The road remains closed this afternoon on both sides of the border at the Ballynacarry Bridge on the N53 - Castleblayney to Dundalk Road - following a fatal road traffic collision earlier today.
A man has died and emergency services and Gardai are currently at the scene. Gardai in Carrickmacross are appealing for witnesses to come forward, particularly those with dash-cam footage.
Diversions are in place and road users are being advised to exercise caution in the area. Anyone with information is asked to contact Carrickmacross Garda Station on 042 969 0190; the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111; or any Garda Station.