A man in his 40s died and a woman in her 30s was hospitalized following a road traffic collision in Cork. The incident involved a motorcycle and a car, the details of which have not been fully released by authorities. Emergency services responded to the scene, providing medical attention and initiating an investigation. The man was pronounced dead at the scene, while the injured woman was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to come forward with any information regarding the crash. The road was closed for a period to allow for forensic examination, causing local traffic disruptions. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the collision.