A man has died after being struck by a car on the M20 motorway outside Limerick city on Sunday evening. The northbound carriageway was closed for several hours as Gardaí carried out a technical examination of the scene.
Man killed in M20 collision near Limerick
The incident happened at approximately 5.20pm on the northbound M20 between Junction 3 at Raheen and Junction 2 at Dooradoyle.
Emergency services and Gardaí attended the scene after a male pedestrian was hit by a car. He was pronounced dead at the location. His identity has not been released, and no other injuries were reported.
The fatal collision is the latest serious incident to affect road users in the region and is being investigated by An Garda Síochána. The local coroner has been informed, while a postmortem examination is expected to take place in due course.
Road closed for Garda examination
The M20 remained closed late on Sunday night while Gardaí conducted a technical examination. Investigators are working to establish the circumstances surrounding how the pedestrian came to be on the motorway and how the collision occurred.
Motorists travelling through the Raheen and Dooradoyle areas were advised to expect delays while the road closure remained in place. Updates on reopening arrangements were expected through official traffic and Garda channels.
- Location: Northbound M20 between Junction 3 Raheen and Junction 2 Dooradoyle
- Time: Approximately 5.20pm on Sunday
- Fatality: One male pedestrian
- Other injuries: None reported
- Investigation: Garda technical examination and coroner’s inquiry
Garda appeal for witnesses and dash-cam footage
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who was travelling on the M20 between Junctions 2 and 3 between 5pm and 5.30pm to come forward.
Investigators are particularly interested in hearing from drivers who may have captured relevant footage on dash cameras or other devices. Even footage that does not appear to show the collision itself could help establish the sequence of events.
Anyone with information is asked to contact:
- Henry Street Garda station: 061 212 400
- Garda Confidential Line: 1800 666 111
- Any Garda station
Road users who were on the relevant section of the M20 during the specified time should preserve any dash-cam footage and contact Gardaí. Drivers should not share potentially sensitive material publicly if it could affect the investigation.
What happens next?
The investigation remains ongoing. Gardaí will examine evidence from the scene, speak with witnesses and review any available camera or dash-cam recordings. The coroner has been notified, and a postmortem will be arranged as part of the standard process following a sudden death.
Further information may be released once the technical examination and initial inquiries are complete. Until then, the circumstances of the collision have not been fully established.
What drivers should know about motorway incidents
Motorways are designed for high-speed traffic and pedestrians are generally prohibited from using them except in emergency circumstances. If a vehicle breaks down, drivers should move to a safe location where possible, leave the vehicle through the passenger-side door if it is safe to do so and contact emergency services.
Drivers approaching an incident should reduce speed, keep a safe distance and follow instructions from Gardaí, emergency responders and road-management authorities. They should also avoid stopping on the motorway to watch or record an incident.
Frequently asked questions
Where did the collision happen?
It occurred on the northbound M20 between Junction 3 Raheen and Junction 2 Dooradoyle, outside Limerick city.
When did the incident take place?
Gardaí said the collision happened at approximately 5.20pm on Sunday.
Were any other people injured?
No other injuries were reported in the incident.
How can witnesses contact Gardaí?
Information can be provided to Henry Street Garda station on 061 212 400, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
Breaking News update from Limerick
This developing road-safety story remains subject to the Garda investigation. Anyone with information or relevant footage is being asked to contact investigators directly, while motorists should check official sources before travelling through the affected section of the M20.
The key takeaway is clear: one man has died following a collision on the Limerick motorway, and Gardaí are seeking witnesses and dash-cam evidence to establish what happened.