Man dies following motorcycle and tractor RTC in Co Antrim

Police have said the incident occurred on the Cullybackey Road, Ballymena on Tuesday afternoon (May 5).

Inspector Rory Bradley said: “Shortly after 3.15pm, it was reported that a motorcycle and a tractor were involved in the incident.

“One man was taken to hospital for his injuries, but sadly lost his life. Another man was also taken to hospital for his injuries.

“The Cullybackey Road remains closed in both directions between the junctions with the Tressan Road and the Woodtown Road.

“Motorists are advised to seek alternative main routes for their journey.”

Insp Bradley added: “I would appeal to anyone who was in the area and captured the incident on their dash cam to contact police on the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference number 1001 05/05/20.”