Driver killed in single-vehicle crash in Co Offaly

Man in early 20s dies after 4x4 leaves the road near Kinnity

A man in his early 20s has died after his 4x4 crashed in Co Offaly early on Sunday morning.

The driver, who was alone in the vehicle, was fatally injured when he crashed at Clonlee, Kinnity, about 2.30am.

His body was removed to Tullamore Regional Hospital where a postmortem will take place.

The road has been closed and local diversions are in place.

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Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to contact them at Birr Garda station on 057 9169710, the Garda Confidential Telephone Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.