An 11-year-old boy has died after he was struck by a car while cycling to school in Co Offaly.
The collision occurred on the R446 old Dublin to Galway road at Marshbrook, near Moate at around 9am.
The boy was pronounced dead at the scene.
The road has been closed and emergency services are at the scene.
Gardaí are appealing to witnesses to contact Tullamore Garda Station on 057 932 7600, the garda confidential line 1800 666 111 or any garda station.
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