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Man in his 80s dies following quad bike crash in Mayo

The road is closed for a technical examination
The road is closed for a technical examination

A man in his 80s has died following a quad bike crash on Acaill in Co Mayo.

The crash occurred on the road to Purteen Harbour off the R319 near An Caol at around 1.45pm.

The man, who was driving the quad bike, was pronounced dead at the scene.

His body has been removed to Mayo University Hospital where a post-mortem examination will take place.

No other injuries were reported.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Westport Garda Station on 098 502 30, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any garda station.