A pedestrian, in his 20s, has died after being hit by a car in Ballymun, Dublin.
Gardaí and emergency services attended the incident at around 4.55am this morning at Balbutcher Lane.
The man was pronounced dead at the scene and no other injuries have been reported.
The road is closed for a forensic investigation, with local diversions in place.
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to come forward.
In particular, they are looking to speak with people who were in the Balbutcher Lane and Balcurris Park areas, between 4am and 5am, including those with camera or dash-cam footage.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Ballymun Garda Station at 01 6664400, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any garda station.
