A 53 year-old motorcyclist has died following a crash in Co Tipperary.
His motorcycle was involved in a crash with a 4-by-4 vehicle at Annagh Cross near Birr at around 12.30pm.
The man was treated at the scene by emergency services, but was pronounced dead a short time later.
The driver of the 4-by-4 was uninjured.
The road is closed to traffic while Gardai carry out a forensic examination of the scene.
Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses.
