Woman, 50s, killed after being hit by car in Co Kildare
A pedestrian has been killed after being hit by a car in Co Kildare.
The incident occurred at around 4.30pm on Wednesday on the R418 at Nicholastown near Athy.
A woman in her 50s sustained serious injuries and was airlifted from the scene.
She was brought to Beaumont Hospital where she was pronounced dead today.
The driver of the car, a man in his 70s, was also taken for medical treatment. He was the sole occupant of the car.
A full examination of the crash site was carried out by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators and PSV officers.
The Coroner has been notified and a post-mortem examination will be carried out.
The investigation is ongoing and gardaí are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to contact Athy Station on 059-8634210 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.
