A cyclist has been seriously injured in a hit-and-run incident in Co Louth yesterday.
The man, who is in his 40s, was struck by a vehicle on the R132 in Dromiskin at around 6.25pm.
He was taken to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda.
The driver of the vehicle failed to remain at the scene.
The road has been closed for a technical examination and local diversions are in place.
Gardaí are appealing to any witnesses, particularly any road users who were on the Old Dublin Road between Castlebellingham and Dundalk between 6.15pm and 6.45pm yesterday, and who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) to contact Ardee Garda Station on 041 6853222, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any garda station.
