AN 83-year-old man has died after a traffic collision near Launceston.

The man who was from the Launceston area, was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident which happened at 12.53pm yesterday on the west bound carriageway on the cross over at Two Bridges.

Police said his yellow Peugeot and a silver Freelander collided.

The driver of the Freelander, a 44 year old female from the Horsham area, received minor injuries. The road remained closed for 6 hours to assist with the investigation.

Police are appealing for witnesses to contact them on 08452 7777444.