Motorcyclist killed in Mayo collision

A motorcyclist has died following a road crash in Co Mayo. 

The man, who was in his 30s, was pronounced dead at the scene of the collision involving his motorbike and a tractor on the N59 between Mulranny and Newport at around 8.30pm yesterday. 

His body was removed to Mayo University Hospital in Castlebar. 

The driver of the tractor was not injured. 

The road remains closed and diversions are in place. 

Gardaí are appealing to any witnesses or motorists who were in the area and who may have dashcam footage to contact Newport Garda Station on 098 41102, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.