Gardai trying to identify pedestrian killed by van at 5am

Gardai are still trying to identify a male pedestrian who was killed when he was struck by a van in Co Carlow at 5am this morning.

The collision occured at Ardristan on the Tullow to Ballon Road.

Gardai said the van driver was uninjured.

The pedestrian is described as mid 20's, over 6 ft in height, well built and short red hair.

His body has been removed to Waterford Regional Hospital.

The road is currently closed as Garda Forensic Collision investigators are at scene and local diversions are in place.

Gardai wish to appeal for witnesses or any person who may be able to assist them in identifying the deceased to contact them at Tullow Garda Station on 059 9181160, The Garda Confidential Telephone Line 1 800 666 111 or any Garda Station.