Man in his 70s dies after being struck by car in Kilkenny
World · First reported 31 Oct, 08:14 · Updated 09:24
A man in his 70s died after being struck by a car on the R691 near Callan, Co Kilkenny. Gardaí are seeking witnesses; the road was closed for a technical examination, with diversions in place.
- A man in his 70s died after being struck by a car in Co Kilkenny.
- The incident happened at around 5.50pm on the R691 at Desart Demesne near Callan.
- The man was pronounced dead at the scene. His body was taken to University Hospital Waterford.
- No other injuries were reported. The road was closed for a technical examination, and local diversions were in place.
- Gardaí appealed for witnesses and road users with relevant camera footage to contact them.
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- Age
- In his 70s
- Location
- R691 at Desart Demesne near Callan, Co Kilkenny
- Time
- Around 5.50pm
- Other injuries
- None reported
- Road status
- Closed for a technical examination; local diversions in place
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