Man dies in Meath road accident

A man in his 20s has died in a single-car crash in Co Meath.

Gardaí say that the crash - which happened at Cornelstown - was reported after 2.30am this morning.

The deceased was a passenger in the car that left the road. The man was pronounced dead at scene and his body removed to Navan Hospital.

The driver and another passengers received injuries that are not thought to be life-threatening.

The road remains closed for a full forensic examination, with local diversions in place.

MEATH: The local Cornelstown Rd off the Dunboyne/ Summerhill Rd (R156) is closed due to a serious crash. Use alternative routes.

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Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to contact Ashbourne Garda Station on 01 8010600, The Garda Confidential Telephone Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.