Woman dies after being hit by Luas tram in Rialto

Gardaí at Kilmainham in Dublin are investigating the fatal collision at St James’s Walk

The incident occured on the Luas red line.
The incident occured on the Luas red line.

A woman has died after being struck by a Luas tram early on Saturday morning.

Gardaí at Kilmainham in Dublin are investigating the fatal collision, which occurred at St James’s Walk, Rialto, at about 12.35am.

The scene of the incident was closed to allow Garda Forensic Collision Investigators to examine the area but has since reopened.

The coroner has been notified of the death.

Anyone who may have witnessed the collision or who may have information is asked to contact Kilmainham Garda station 01-666 9700, the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.

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