A man in his 70s has died in a crash in Borrisokane Tipperary.

The man died when his car collided with another car at Fortmoy Cross at about a 5.15pm yesterday evening. He was the only occupant of the car.

The female driver of the second car is in a serious condition in Limerick University Hospital.

The road remains closed to allow an examination of the scene.

Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to contact Nenagh garda station on 067 50450, the Garda Confidential Telephone Line 1800 666 111 or any garda station.