Pedestrian dies after being hit by van

AN elderly man has died after he was struck by a van earlier today.

The pedestrian, who is believed to be in his 60s was pronounced dead at the scene.

The accident happened at Ballaugh, Abbeyfeale in County Limerick at about 5pm.

The body was removed by ambulance to the Mid Western Regional Hospital.

A number of emergency services attended the scene.

The road was closed for a time, while a forensic examination was carried out. It is understood the driver was uninjured in the incident.