Pedestrian Has Died After Being Hit By A Truck On A Midlands Motorway

The man, in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene.

A pedestrian has died after he was hit by a truck on the M6 motorway. 

The incident occurred at about 4.45 this morning westbound between Junctions 5 and 6 between the Tullamore and Moate exit. 

The pedestrian - a man in his 50s - was pronounced dead at the scene.

His body remains at the scene while a forensic examination takes place.

The driver of the truck - a man in his 40s - was uninjured.

The M6 is closed westbound between Junctions 5 and 6, with diversions in place.

Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to come forward.

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