The man, aged in his 90s, was pronounced deceased at the scene
The woman has been rushed to Cork University Hospital
A pensioner has died after being hit by a car in a supermarket carpark in Fermoy Co Cork this morning.
The man, aged in his 90s, was pronounced dead at the scene.
The second individual, a woman aged in her 60s, has been taken to Cork University Hospital to be treated for injuries believed to be serious.
The incident occurred at approximately 11.15am when both individuals were struck by a car.
The driver of the car, a man aged in his 90s, received medical attention at the scene.
The scene has been preserved for technical examination by Forensic Collision Investigators.
Gardaà are appealing for any witnesses to come forward.
Any pedestrians who were travelling in the environs of Courthouse Road, Fermoy Town, between 10.45am and 11.30am on Friday, October 18 are asked to come forward.
Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling in this area at these times are also asked to come forward.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Fermoy Garda Station at 025 82100, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
Today’s News in 90 seconds – 18th October 2024
