Gardaí are appealing for witnesses.
A 39-year-old man has died following a road collision in Co. Westmeath.
The man died following a collision between his car and a pickup truck at around 5.30pm yesterday on the N55 at Tubberclare near Glasson.
After sustaining injuries, he was taken to the Midlands Regional Hospital, Tullamore, but was pronounced dead a short time later.
The pickup truck driver, a man in his 20s, and a passenger were slightly injured in the crash.
The road was closed for a technical examination but has since re-opened.
Gardaí have appealed to any witnesses to contact Athlone Garda Station 090 6498550 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.
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