A man has died following a suspected farming accident in Co Antrim.
Police are currently at the scene of the incident at the Rectory Road area of Larne.
It is understood that the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service and the air ambulance were also called to the scene of the incident.
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The man aged in his 70s is believed to have died as a result of a farming accident and his death is not being treated as suspicious at this time, reports Belfast Live.
Police have said the Health and Safety Executive has been informed and they will support them in their investigation.
Rectory Road remains closed in both directions as a result of the incident and drivers are being asked to find alternative routes of travel.
A PSNI spokesperson: "Police are currently at the scene of the sudden death of a man in his 70s in the Rectory Road area of Larne.
"The death is not being treated as suspicious at this time.
"Police have advised the Health and Safety Executive, and will provide assistance with their investigation.
"The road currently remains closed with diversions in place, and motorists are asked to seek an alternative route if possible."
Local representatives have said their thoughts and prayers are with the family of the deceased at this tragic time.
Alderman Paul Reid said: "My thoughts and prayers go out to the family at this sad time.
"My thoughts are also with the farming community. It is important to be extremely careful when using farming machinery."
Councillor Gerardine Mulvenna said: "My heart goes out to the family. This is such a tragedy."
DUP councillor Gregg McKeen said: "Our thoughts and prayers are with the family in what is a very tragic time for them."
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