Just before 12:30pm emergency services were called to the scene of a single vehicle collision in which a car struck a wall
The passenger of the car, a man in his 30s, was brought to Cork University Hospital with what is believed to be serious injuries, the driver of the car failed to remain at the scene.
The road is currently closed and diversions are in place.
Gardaí are appealing for anyone who was in the Rathmacullig area, particular road users with any video footage, to contact Togher Garda Station on 021-4947120, the Garda Confidential Line or any Garda Station.
