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Edel Hughes

Man, 80s, dies in fatal hit-and-run collision in Keadue, Co Roscommon

A man in his 80s has died in a fatal hit-and-run collision in a rural Irish village.

The tragedy happened at approximately 11pm in Keadue, Co Roscommon on Saturday night.

The elderly man, who was pronounced dead at the scene, was struck by a car which failed to remain at the scene.

A 20-year-old man later presented himself to gardai at Carrick-on-Shannon Garda Station.

Gardai are now investigating the incident.

A garda spokesperson said: "A full forensic and technical examination of the scene is being carried out this morning and diversions are in place.

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"Witnesses or anyone with information is asked to contact Boyle Garda Station on 071-9664620, the Garda Confidential Line 1800-666-111 or any Garda Station."

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