A man, aged in his 50s, has been killed following a collision between a car and a motorbike in Co Cork.
The collision occurred at approximately 1.45pm in the village of Ballineen.
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The driver of the motorbike was pronounced dead at the scene. His body has since been removed to the mortuary at Cork University Hospital.
No other injures were reported as a result of the collision.
Gardaí confirmed the R586 between Bandon and Bantry is currently closed in Ballineen to facilitate a forensic examination of the scene, with local diversions in place.
Gardaí are appealing for anyone with information in relation to the incident to contact Bandon Garda station on 023-885 2200, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800-666 111, or any Garda station.
