Man (20s) dies after being hit by lorry in Co Meath

The lorry driver was uninjured.
Man (20s) dies after being hit by lorry in Co Meath

A pedestrian has died after being hit by a lorry in Co Meath.

The man, aged in his 20s, was struck at around 9pm on Friday night on the N2 at Knavinstown in Ashbourne. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The lorry driver was uninjured.

A technical examination of the scene was conducted on Saturday morning.

Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to the collision to come forward.

Anyone with information can contact Ashbourne Garda Station on 01 8010600, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.

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