Pedestrian, 80s, dies following collision with car in Co Roscommon

The road remains closed, and local diversions are in place. Picture: Brian Lawless/PA Wire

A pedestrian, aged in his 80s, has died following a collision with a car in Co Roscommon.

The collision occurred shortly after 6pm on the R377 on the outskirts of Castlerea on Monday.

The pedestrian, a man aged in his 80s, was pronounced dead at the scene.

The scene is currently preserved for a technical examination by forensic collision investigators, and the local coroner has been notified.

The motorist did not require immediate medical treatment.

The road remains closed, and local diversions are in place.

Gardaí are now appealing for any witnesses to this collision to come forward.

In a statement, a Garda spokesperson said: "Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) from the area at the time are asked to make this footage available to investigating Gardaí.

"Anyone with any information is asked to contact Castlerea Garda Station on [phone], the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station."