The HSA has launched an investigation

A man has been killed in a farm accident in Co. Kildare. The incident happened in Castledermot at around 12:30am last night.

The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) says it has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death.

Reports locally suggest the father of three had been returning from checking on stock, stumbled and fell on the rake.

His remains have been removed to Naas General Hospital.