One man has died and another is in a critical condition following a crash on the outskirts of Cork.

The two-car collision happened at Leemount Cross in Ballincollig.

Gardaí say a car carrying five men collided with a second car occupied by two women in their late 20s at about 8.30pm.

A man in his early 20s was pronounced dead at the scene.

The driver of the car, also in his 20s, was rushed to Cork University Hospital with critical injuries.

The other occupants of both cars were also taken to CUH, but their injuries are not thought to be serious.

Garda forensic collision investigators are examining the scene.

The road has been closed and diversions are in place.

It is not expected to re-open before mid-day tomorrow (Wednesday).