Man who died after being struck by car in Ballina named locally

A male pedestrian, 33, who sustained serious injuries in a road traffic incident in Ballina on Tuesday has been named locally as James Moyles. 

Mr Moyles died in Mayo University Hospital yesterday evening and was from the Parkside area of town.

A female child who was also injured has been discharged from hospital.

Gardaí are continuing their investigation into the collision involving a car and two pedestrians on Lord Edward Street, Ballina, which occurred at approximately 6.25pm.

Gardaí are renewing their appeal for witnesses to the collision to come forward. Those with camera footage (including dash-cam) from the area at the time are urged to provide it to Gardaí.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Ballina Garda Station 096 20560 or any Garda Station.