Woman dies in single car collision after vehicle strikes barrier on the M7 in Tipperary

A woman has died following a crash on the M7 this morning at around 7am.

Gardaí at Nenagh are investigating a single vehicle fatal road traffic collision which occurred on the M7 motorway between junction 24 and junction 23 northbound.

A female driver, who was the only occupant of the car, was pronounced dead at the scene. It is understood from initial investigations that the car struck a barrier.

The motorway between junctions 24 and 23 is currently closed to facilitate a Garda forensic collision investigation and will remain closed for a number of hours. Diversions are in place.

Witnesses are asked to contact Nenagh Garda Station on 067 50450 The Garda Confidential Line on 1800-666-111 or any Garda Station.