Pensioner (82) struck by car and killed in road accident

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Denise Calnan

An 82-year-old man was killed in a road accident yesterday evening.

The pedestrian was struck by a car in Kilcrohane, Co Cork at approximately 8.05pm.

He was taken to Cork University Hospital and was pronounced dead shortly before midnight.

The road is currently closed to facilitate a Garda forensic examination and local diversions are in place.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to contact Bantry Garda Station on 027-20860, the Garda Confidential Line 1-800-666-111 or any Garda Station.