The area has been preserved pending a technical examination, and local diversions are in place.(Image: PA)

Pedestrian, 70s, seriously injured after being struck by SUV in Dublin

The scene on the Old Dublin Road in Stillorgan is currently closed pending the completion of a technical examination, and local diversions are in place

by · Irish Mirror

A pensioner is in hospital after he was struck by an SUV in Dublin earlier this evening.

The pedestrian, who is aged in his 70s, sustained serious injuries when he was hit by the vehicle on the Old Dublin Road in Stillorgan around 4:20pm, and was transferred from the scene to Beaumont Hospital.

The area has been preserved pending a technical examination, and local diversions are in place.

The victim continues to receive treatment in hospital, while the driver of the vehicle did not require immediate medical attention.

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Gardaí are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident to make contact with investigators.

“Shortly after 4:20pm, gardaí and emergency services responded to a collision involving an SUV and a pedestrian on Old Dublin Road, Stillorgan,” said a spokesperson for An Garda Síochána.

“The pedestrian, a male in his 70s, is currently receiving treatment for serious injuries at Beaumont Hospital. The motorist did not require immediate medical attention.

“The scene has been preserved for a technical examination and local traffic diversions are in place,” they added.

“Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to come forward. Additionally, they are seeking camera footage, including dashcam video from those who were travelling in the area at the time, to assist with the investigation.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Blackrock Garda Station on 01 666 5200, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.

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