Man in his 70s dies in farm incident in County Armagh, Northern Ireland

Investigation launched after man dies on County Armagh farm
Investigation launched after man dies on County Armagh farm

A man in his 70s has died after an incident on a farm in County Armagh, Northern Ireland.

The man died at a farm in Silverbridge yesterday afternoon. It is believed the death involved a tractor

The Health and Safety Executive Northern Ireland (HSENI) said it has launched an investigation into what happened.

"Our thoughts are with the family involved at this very difficult time," it said.

Sinn Féin councillor Barra Ó Muirí said that there was a "great deal of shock" in the area.

"The deceased man is well known among the football club, the wider community and farming community," he said.