A 23 year old man has died in a crash in Co Louth this morning.

The single vehicle incident occurred near Ballybinaby shortly before 2.30am. 

Gardaí are at the scene and the road between Hackballscross and Sheelagh will be closed for most of the day to allow for a forensic examination.

Investigating Gardaí are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to contact them at Dundalk Garda Station