Updated 11.20
A male cyclist has died in a suspected hit-and-run in Co. Galway.
The man, who was in his 60s, was struck by a blue 01-G BMW on the Gort Road in Loughrea at about 8.30 last night. It happened close to a set of pedestrian lights on the Gort Rd.
Gardaí say the car drove away in the direction of Gort and that it would have visible damage to the bonnet and front.
It's also believed to have a defective right rear light.
The victim was taken to University College Hospital Galway where he was pronounced dead shortly before 2am.
A post mortem will be carried out by the State Pathologist Marie Cassidy this afternoon.
The roadway at the scene has re-opened.
Gardaí at Loughrea garda station are appealing for witnesses to contact them at 091 842870.
