The young man, who was in his early 20’s was killed this morning in a single vehicle crash.
The vehicle left the road at Cornelstown, near Dunboyne, Co Meath.
He was pronounced dead at the scene and his body was taken to nearby Navan Hospital.
A second passenger and the driver of the car did not receive life threatening injuries.
Garda forensics are carrying out an extensive examination of the scene and local diversions are in place.
Those with information are asked to contact Ashbourne Garda Station at 01 8010600, Garda Confidential Telephone line 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.