Man dies in N4 traffic accident

Gardaí at Mullingar, Co Westmeath are today investigating a fatal two-car traffic accident.

The collision occurred at approximately 1pm today on the N4 (Mullingar bypass in the townland of Collemore).

A male driver in his 60s, the only occupant of one of the cars, was fatally injured.

The driver of the other car, a female in her 30s, along with three children (boys) were injured, none seriously. They were taken to the Midland Regional Hospital in Mullingar.

The road is currently closed for a forensic collision examination, and diversions are in place.

Witnesses are asked to contact Mullingar garda station on 044 9384000, the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.