A man has died in a road accident in Co Tipperary today.
The 53-year-old male was seriously injured when his motorcycle and a 4×4 vehicle were in collision on the R438 at Annagh Cross near Birr at around 12.30pm this afternoon.
He was treated at the scene by emergency services personnel, but was pronounced dead a short time later.
The driver of the 4×4 was uninjured.
The road is closed to traffic and local diversions are in place while Garda Forensic Collision Investigators examine the scene.
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The local Coroner has been notified.
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses. Anyone with information is asked to contact Nenagh Garda Station 067-50450 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.
