A mother-of-two who was tragically killed in a horror hit-and-run has been named locally as Ann Bathe.
The 48-year-old was found on Thomas Street with serious leg injuries following the shocking incident in Newbridge, Kildare on Monday.
Sadly, Ann was rushed to Naas General Hospital but was pronounced dead a short time later with one man arrested in connection with the collision.
She was a well-known person in the area and Gardai believe she was making her way home when she was mowed down.
Ann is originally from Kilcullen in the county and a mum to two sons who are understood to be adults now.
The arrested man, in his 50s, is currently being quizzed at Kildare Garda Station.
Gardai have once again called for any witnesses to come forward.
A garda spokesman said: "Gardaí investigating a suspected fatal hit and run road traffic collision that occurred in Newbridge, County Kildare on Monday, 9th November, 2020, have arrested a man in his 50s in connection with this incident.
"The man is currently detained at Kildare Garda Station under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984.
"Investigations are ongoing.
"Gardaí at Newbridge are continuing to appeal to anyone who may have witnessed this incident to come forward and for any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) who were travelling in the area at the time to make this footage available to Gardaí.
"Anyone with information is asked to contact Newbridge Garda Station on 045-431212, the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station."
