Farmer killed after tractor overturns

A farmer was killed today when his tractor overturned in Co Tyrone.

A farmer was killed today when his tractor overturned in Co Tyrone.

The 47-year-old man was travelling on the Athaloo Road in Aughnacloy shortly after 1pm when the vehicle flipped over.

The Police Service of Northern Ireland said no other vehicles were involved.

They have appealed for witnesses to get in touch with officers at Dungannon.

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