GARDAÍ and emergency services attended the scene of a fatal road traffic collision in Derryherk, Co Leitrim. 

The single-vehicle collision occurred on a local road between Kinlough and Garrison shortly before 7am yesterday (Thursday).

One of the occupants of the vehicle, a male in his 20s, was pronounced deceased at the scene. His body has since been removed to the morgue at Sligo University Hospital. 

The other occupant, a female in her 40s, was transferred to Sligo University Hospital for treatment of serious injuries.

A technical examination of the scene has been conducted by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators.

The road remains closed at this time and local diversions are in place. 

Investigations are ongoing.