Gardaí in Galway are appealing for witnesses after a 30-year-old man was struck by a car on the Moycullen Road in the early hours of this morning.

According to reports, the pedestrian was transported from the scene of the incident to University College Hospital Galway at approximately 01.40 where it is understood he remains in a critical condition.

The road at Bushy Park is currently closed as Garda forensic collision investigators carry out an examination of the scene.

Motorists should be aware that diversions in the area are currently in place.

If you have any information pertaining to this morning's incident, you can contact them at Galway Garda Station on 091 538000, on the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666111, or at any Garda Station.