Pedestrian Seriously Injured Following Collision In North Tipp

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A pedestrian has been seriously injured following a collision involving a car near Gortnagowna on the N62 between Roscrea and Templemore last night.

Gardaí and emergency services responded to the collision last night at approximately 10.30pm.

The pedestrian, a male in his 40s, was taken to University Hospital Limerick for treatment of serious injuries.

The road is currently closed between Roscrea and Templemore to allow for a forensic examination of the scene.

Local diversions are in place via Clonakenny village and Garda are asking Heavy Goods Vehicles using the N62 to divert via Dunkerrin.