Gardai have appealed for witnesses after a man collapsed and died on a street in central Dublin this morning.

The man who was in his late 30's was found in the middle of the road on Westland Row at around 7.30am.

A passing motorist went to the man's aid and gave him CPR.

He was rushed to St James' Hospital but died a short time later.

Gardai in Pearse Street say they are investigating all the circumstances surrounding the man's sudden death.

Gardai say there were a number of people on the street at that time.

They are asking anybody who may have been on Westland Row between 7.25am and 7.45am this morning to contact them on 01- 6669000, The Garda Confidential Telephone Line 1800 666 111 or at any Garda Station.