A 45 year old man has been killed in a road crash in Co. Laois

The incident happened at Knockaroo in Borris in Ossory on the M7 southbound this morning at half past six when the vehicle he was driving collided with crash barriers.

Following an examination by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators, the road has now re-opened.

Gardai are appealing for witnesses to contact Portlaoise Garda station on 057 8674100 with any information.