LAST UPDATE | 17 Jul

A MAN IN his 40s has been killed after being struck by a stolen car in the Baldoyle area of North Dublin overnight. 

It happened on the Coast Road in Baldoyle at around 1am. 

The car failed to remain at the scene. 

The man – who was on foot – was fatally injured. 

Gardaí said in a statement that the local coroner had been notified and arrangements have been made for a post-mortem examination. 

It’s believed the vehicle was stolen by a gang of car thieves operating from the west of Dublin city. 

The road was was closed off in both directions overnight and is expected to reopen shortly.

Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to come forward. 

“Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling in the area at the time are asked to make this footage available to investigating Gardaí,” a statement said

“Anyone with any information is asked to contact Howth Garda Station on 01 666 4900, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.”

The stolen car had been spotted by a Garda vehicle hours in advance of the crash and officers attempted to stop it. It’s understood the pursuit lasted a few minutes before being stood down. 

As a result of the Garda involvement the matter has been referred to Garda watchdog body GSOC.