A man has died after being trapped under an oil tanker on the Ballyrobert Road in Ballyclare this afternoon (Thursday July 1).
The incident was reported to police at approximately 1.50pm.
It involved a green and white oil tanker.
Inspector Julian Buchanan said tragically, it is believed that the man was trapped under the vehicle and died as a result of his injuries at the scene.
“The Ballyrobert Road remains closed at this time.
“Our enquiries into the circumstances surrounding the death are continuing and I would appeal to anyone who may have witnessed a green and white oil tanker in the vicinity of Ballyclare or who has dash-cam footage available, to contact officers at the Collision Investigation Unit on 101 quoting reference number 974 01/07/21,” he added.