A pedestrian has died after being struck by a truck in Athy, Co Kildare.
A woman in her 60s was hit by a truck on Duke Street in the town at around 2.30pm this afternoon.
She was treated at the scene by emergency services but was pronounced dead a short time later.
A post-mortem examination is due to be carried out at Naas General Hospital.
The driver of the truck was uninjured.
Gardaí are appealing to witnesses to contact them at Athy Garda Station on 059-8634210 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.
