Man, 60s, seriously injured in Athlone hit-and-run

Investigating gardaí have issued an appeal for witnesses. File Picture: PA

A man in his 60s has been seriously injured following a suspected hit-and-run incident in Athlone.

At approximately 12.30am on Sunday, a male pedestrian in his 60s was hit by a car on North Gate Street in Athlone. The car failed to remain at the scene.