Pedestrian hospitalised after collision with motorcycle

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a collision involving a motorcycle and a pedestrian in Cork city on Tuesday.

Shortly after 5pm, gardaí and emergency services attended at the scene of the collision on Albert Street, which left the pedestrian with "serious" injuries.

The male in his late 20s was removed from the scene by ambulance to Cork University Hospital. His injuries are described as serious. The driver of the motorcycle did not require immediate medical treatment.

Gardaí at Anglesea Street are appealing for witnesses to come forward and for those with camera footage, including dash-cam to make it available to them. Anyone with information is asked to contact Anglesea Street Garda Station on 021-4522000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800-666111, or any garda station.