Man (22) dies in single-vehicle crash in Longford

A 22-year-old man has died after a single-vehicle crash in Longford early on Saturday morning.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following the fatal crash, which occurred at approximately 12.50am in Lissagernal, near Newtownforbes, Co Longford. The driver, who was the sole occupant of the car, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Garda forensic collision investigators officers are at the crash site and the road is currently closed to traffic.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Longford Garda Station on 043-3350570 the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.