A man died in a dumper truck accident on Church Road, Co Cork, on Thursday afternoon.

A 40-year-old man died in a dumper truck accident on Church Road in Ballycotton, Co Cork, on Thursday at 3:30 PM while reportedly carrying out works in the area. Emergency services and the Health and Safety Authority responded, and the man was pronounced dead at the scene. The L3633 road was closed, with local diversions in place. Garda forensic collision investigators are examining the scene, and a full investigation is underway. The Coroner has been informed, and an inquest will be held in due course. Authorities are appealing for witnesses to come forward.