Man dies after train hits tractor

A tractor driver died after his vehicle was struck by a goods train in Co Roscommon this morning.

A tractor driver died after his vehicle was struck by a goods train in Co Roscommon this morning.

The collision happened at a crossing at the Islands, Dunamon, Co Roscommon, at 11.30am.

The tractor was struck by a goods train on the Westport to Dublin line.

The train driver was taken to hospital where he is being treated for shock.

A spokesman for Irish Rail said bus transfers are in operation between Roscommon and Westport but that passenger services were operating.

Gardaí are investigating the crash.

  • Join The Irish Times on WhatsApp and stay up to date

  • Sign up for push alerts to get the best breaking news, analysis and comment delivered directly to your phone

  • Listen to In The News podcast daily for a deep dive on the stories that matter