A woman has died following a crash in Co. Cork overnight. Gardai say the accident is believed to have happened sometime between 10pm last night and 7am this morning.

A 36-year old-woman was the only occupant of the car. She was killed when the vehicle left the road at Tooreen, Skibbereen.

The road is currently closed for a forensic examination and local diversions are in place.

Gardai are appealing for anyone who may have been in the area overnight to contact them at Bantry garda station.