Gardai investigate hit and run in Athlone

Gardai were involved in a chase on the westside of the town following a hit and run incident.

The drama unfolded on Connaught Street around 5.30pm on Thursday when a car was observed by Gardai hitting another vehicle and failing to stop.
Officers then took chase and attempted to halt the driver who fled the scene in the vehicle.
Minutes later, he abandoned the car and attempted to evade officers on foot. However, he was caught and arrested a short time later.
The local teenager was later brought to Athlone Garda Station where he was charged with a series of road traffic offences. He is due to appear in Athlone District Court in January. The vehicle was also seized by officers.