A man in his 70s has died following a road traffic collision involving a car and a pedestrian in County Kilkenny.

The collision occurred on the R691 at Desart Demesne, near Callan, at approximately 5.50pm on Friday, October 30th.

The man was pronounced dead at the scene, and his body has been taken to University Hospital Waterford.

The occupants of the car did not require hospital treatment.

The road remains closed to allow for a forensic examination, with traffic diversions in place.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses and are asking anyone who was travelling in the area at the time, and may have dash-cam or other camera footage, to make it available to investigators.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Kilkenny Garda Station on 056 777 5000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.

Investigations are ongoing.