Fatal Hit & Run Traffic Collision Swords 24th June 2018

Gardaí are investigating a fatal hit and run traffic collision on Rathbeale Road (R125), Swords, Co. Dublin shortly after 1.30am on Sunday 24th June 2018. The road links Swords and Ashbourne.

A pedestrian, a man believed to be in his 30s, was fatally injured when he was struck by a dark coloured saloon car which failed to remain at the scene. This car drove off in the direction of Ashbourne. The man was pronounced dead at the scene a short time later.

Witnesses or anyone with information is asked to contact Swords Garda Station on 01 666 4700.