A man has died in a tragic farming accident in Co Cork.
The incident happened in the Carrigaline area at around 8.30pm on Thursday.
It is understood the accident involved a tractor.
A man in his 60s passed away following the incident, and was brought to Cork University Hospital.
Both the gardai and the Health and Safety Authority are investigating the accident.
A garda spokesman said: "At approximately 9:30pm on Thursday June 25, Gardaí attended the scene of a fatal industrial accident in Carrigaline, County Cork.
"A man in his 60s was pronounced dead at the scene.
"He has since been removed to Cork University Hospital where a post-mortem will take place at a later date.
"The Health and Safety Authority and the local Coroner have been notified.
"Enquiries are ongoing."
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