MAN DIES IN CO OFFALY CRASH

A man has died in a crash in Co Offaly.

The single-car crash occurred on the R421 near Clonagh East outside Tullamore between 5am and 5.30am on Saturday.

The sole occupant of the car involved, a man in his 30s, was pronounced dead at the scene.

The road is currently closed and is expected to remain closed for a number of hours, with local diversions in place.

Forensic collision investigators were requested at the scene.

Gardai are appealing for any witnesses to the collision to come forward.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Tullamore garda station on 057 932 7600, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.

2023-06-03T07:56:16Z dg43tfdfdgfd