''Very serious incident''
Emergency services are attending a scene in west Dublin, after a car struck a number of pedestrians this morning in what has been described as a ''very serious incident.''
Reports say the incident happened outside the Immaculate Conception Church in Clondalkin at around 10.20am. It's understood the driver of the car suffered a heart-attack while behind the wheel.
Two people have been taken to James Hospital with media reports saying they are in critical condition.
A third person has been taken to Blanchardstown hospital with minor injuries, while a fourth has been taken to Tallaght Hospital.
Speaking to Independent.ie a garda spokesman said: "It is understood there has been a collision between a car and pedestrians on the grounds of a church. Developments will follow."
AA Roadwatch said the Laurel Pk/New Rd is closed following the incident:
"Following a very serious incident Laurel Pk/New Rd is closed outside Immaculate Conception Church. Motorists are advised to avoid the area," it wrote on it's website.
