Man dies in Co Kerry hit-and-run

Gardaí are investigating a hit-and-run collision in Co Kerry in which a male pedestrian died.

Gardaí are investigating a hit-and-run collision in Co Kerry in which a male pedestrian died.

The dead man was 51-years-old and was struck by the car at Tinahalla, on the N70 Killorglin to Milltown Rd at around 8.30pm last night.

The road is closed pending a technical examination with diversions in place. Anyone with information is asked to contact Cahirciveen Garda station on 066 9473600.

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