Man (80s) rushed to hospital after being hit by bus in Bray

Gardaí and emergency services were alerted to the collision, involving a bus and a pedestrian, shortly before 6pm. File image. 

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a serious road traffic collision in Bray, Co. Wicklow on Thursday evening.

Gardaí and emergency services were alerted to the collision on Station Road, involving a bus and a pedestrian, shortly before 6pm.

The pedestrian, a man in his 80s, was taken to St Vincent’s University Hospital to be treated for serious injuries.

The road remains closed pending an examination by Forensic Collision Investigators.

Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the collision to come forward.

Road users and pedestrians who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were in the area between 5.40pm and 6.10pm are asked to make it available to investigating Gardaí.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Bray Garda Station on 01 666 5300, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.

Investigations are ongoing.