A woman in her 60s has died after she was struck by a car in west Dublin this afternoon.

The crash occurred on Fonthill Road in Liffey Valley at around 5.30pm.

The woman was pronounced dead at the scene.

No other injuries were reported.

Garda Forensic Collision Investigators are currently at the scene and local traffic diversions are in place.

The local coroner has been notified and arrangements will be made for a post-mortem examination.

GardaĆ­ are appealing for any witnesses, particularly those who may have camera footage, to contact them.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Ronanstown Garda Station on (01) 666 7700, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any garda station.