Pedestrian, 60s, dies following road traffic collision in Youghal

Gardaí are now appealing for witnesses come forward as an investigation into the incident continues.
Pedestrian, 60s, dies following road traffic collision in Youghal

The male pedestrian, aged in his 60s, who was seriously injured in the collision, has since passed away at Cork University Hospital

A MAN in his 60s has died following a road traffic collision in county Cork on Thursday.

Gardaí are now appealing for witnesses come forward as an investigation into the incident continues.

A spokesperson said today: "Gardaí and emergency services responded to a road traffic collision involving a car and a pedestrian at Upper Cork Hill, Youghal, Co. Cork, on Thursday, February 1st, 2024, at approximately 6:20 pm.

"The male pedestrian, aged in his 60s, who was seriously injured in the collision, has since passed away at Cork University Hospital. The local Coroner has been notified of the death, and a post-mortem examination will be carried out.

"Although the road was temporarily closed for a technical examination, it has since reopened.

"Gardaí are urging any witnesses to this collision to come forward.

"Road users with camera footage (including dash-cam) who were in the area between 6:00 pm and 6:30 pm are asked to provide this footage to Gardaí.

"Anyone with information is requested to contact Youghal Garda Station at 024 92200, the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111, or any Garda station."

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