Woman in a serious condition after being struck by Luas tram

The woman was hit by the tram on the Red Line at the Blackhorse stop.

A WOMAN IN her thirties is in a serious condition in hospital after being hit by a Luas tram on the Red Line at Blackhorse in Dublin this evening.

The tram stuck the woman at around 8.05pm this evening near the junction of the Naas Road and Davitt Road near Inchicore. She was removed from the scene to St. James’ hospital.

Veolia transport has said that the Luas is running from Saggart/Tallaght to the Red Cow and from Heuston Station to the Point. However there is no service between the Red Cow and Heuston Station.

Dublin Bus are honouring Luas tickets for the duration of the disruption.

Gardaí are still at the scene of the incident and an investigation is underway.

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