A man has died following a single-vehicle collision in Co Kilkenny.
Gardaí in Thomastown are investigating the crash, which occurred in the Goresbridge area in the early hours of this morning.
A van collided with a tree on the R705 between Goresbridge and Bagenalstown.
A male driver in his 40s was critically injured during the collision.
He was taken from the scene to St. Luke’s Hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have information regarding the crash to contact Thomastown Garda Station on 056 775 4150, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.