MAN CRITICAL AFTER ARDRAHAN CRASH

Date Published: 17-Nov-2012

A man in his 60s is in a critical condition in hospital after he was hit by a vehicle while out walking in Ardrahan last evening.

The crash happened in the village close to the traffic lights at around 7.30pm, however the driver failed to remain at the scene.The man, understood to be from the area, was taken to University Hospital Galway and is described as being in a critical condition this morning.

Gardai wish to speak to the occupants of what is described as a white van, possibly a Volkswagen Caddy or similar and a black coloured car, no better described, that were seen in the area at the time.

Anyone can assist with the investigation is asked to contact Gort Garda Station on 091-636400, The Garda Confidential Telephone Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.