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31st July 2017
10:10am BST
Gardaí in Thurles are investigating a fatal hit and run road traffic collision that occurred at Poynestown, Glengoole, Thurles at approximately 10.20 p.m. last night.
A male pedestrian (68), was fatally injured and Gardai believe that he was struck by a vehicle which failed to stop.
A statement released by the Gardai says the body of deceased remains at the scene, the road has been closed between Ballysloe and Glengoole for technical examination and local diversions have been put in place.
Gardaí in Thurles are appealing for witnesses or any person who can assist with the investigation of this fatal hit and run road traffic collision, to contact them at Thurles Garda Station on 0504 - 25100, the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.
