A 53-YEAR-OLD man has died as a result of a road collision in Sligo last night.
The pedestrian was struck by a car while walking home on the N15 main Sligo/Donegal Road in the townland of Lisalurg at approximately 11.05pm.
The man was removed to Sligo University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead a short time later.
The road remains closed and diversions are in place.
Gardai are investigating the incident and are appealing for witnesses to contact Sligo Garda Station on (071) 915 7000.
