Pensioner dies following road accident in Co Kilkenny
The man, aged in his 70s, was a pedestrian.
A pensioner has died following a road collision in Co Kilkenny.
The man, aged in his 70s, was a pedestrian in the incident involving a car on the R691 at Desart Demesne near Callan at about 5.50pm on Friday.
Gardaí said the male pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene.
“The occupants of the car did not require hospital treatment,” they added.
“The local coroner has been notified and a post-mortem will be arranged.”
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the collision to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Kilkenny Garda Station on 056 777 5000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.