A man has died after an incident in Co Antrim on Wednesday morning.
It reported that the man is aged in his 40s and died following a "workplace incident" on the Knockagh Road in Carrickfergus.
The Health and Safety Executive has been informed.
A spokesperson said: "HSENI is aware of a workplace incident that occurred in the Carrickfergus area this morning and is making enquiries."
DUP Councillor in Knockagh DEA Marc Collins paid his tributes online.
He said: "I’ve been informed of the heartbreaking news that a man has sadly lost his life as a result of this incident.
"My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of the gentleman involved at such a difficult time.
"I would also like to pay tribute to all of the emergency services, including the Air Ambulance crew, for all their efforts."
In a statement to Belfast Live on Wednesday afternoon, a PSNI spokesperson confirmed that the death is not being treated as suspicious.
"A man has died following an incident at Knockagh Road, Carrickfergus, this morning Wednesday January 26th," their statement read.
"The death is not being treated as suspicious and the Health and Safety Executive has been informed."
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