A pedestrian has died after being hit by a car near Usk in the early hours of this morning.

The collision happened at about 12.15am on the B4598 and involved a Citroen car.

The pedestian suffered serious injuries and was taken to Nevill Hall Hospital, where he later died.

He has not yet been named but police say he is a local man.

Anyone who witnessed the collision or has any information that could help police is asked to call officers on 101.