Ardee N2 collision leaves pedestrian critically injured
Man in his 40s hospitalised following overnight incident
A man in his 40s has been left critically injured following a serious road traffic collision on the N2 just outside Ardee in the early hours of this morning.
The incident occurred at Funshog, Collon, at approximately 3am, involving a single vehicle and a pedestrian.
Emergency services respond to early morning collision
Emergency services attended the scene, where the pedestrian received urgent medical attention before being transported to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda. He was later transferred to Beaumont Hospital in Dublin, where his condition is described as critical.
No other injuries were reported as a result of the collision.
Road closure in place for forensic examination
A stretch of the N2 between Ardee and Collon remains closed this morning to allow Garda forensic collision investigators to carry out a full examination of the scene.
Local diversions have been put in place, and motorists are advised to avoid the area where possible and allow extra time for their journeys.
Gardaí appeal for witnesses and dash-cam footage
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the collision to come forward. Road users who were travelling on the N2 around the time of the incident and who may have dash-cam or other camera footage are also asked to make it available to investigating Gardaí.
How to contact Gardaí
Anyone with information is asked to contact:
- Drogheda Garda Station on 041 987 4200
- The Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111
- Or any Garda station nationwide
Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the collision are ongoing.
