
The incident happened yesterday.
The Garda Representative Association is thanking the people of Kinnegad for their assistance following a hit and run.
A garda was hospitalised after the incident in the Heathfield area of the town at around 10am yesterday morning.
Westmeath Rep Michael Ryan is acknowledging the 'help and support' of the public after the Garda was struck by a red Volkswagen Golf and carried on the bonnet for approximately 100 metres before he fell off.
Mr Ryan says, Gardaí face these dangers everyday: