A man in his 40s has died following a two-car collision in Co. Laois.
The incident happened shortly before 9am this morning on the N80 Stradbally to Arles Road.
The occupants of the other car, a woman and her child are reported to have received minor injuries.
They were taken to Portlaoise General Hospital and Crumlin Hospital.
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Gardaí are at the scene while the road remains closed.
They have said investigations are ongoing.
Last night, a woman in Roscommon was killed following a three-car collision at Ballinaboy Cross.
- Digital Desk