Robbie Millar, one of Northern Ireland's top chefs died early today when his car was involved in an accident in Co Down
Police said the restaurateur's car left the Ballysallagh Rd near the Craigantlet crossroads at approximately 3am. No other vehicle was involved in the incident.
Mr Millar, 38, owned the Michelin-starred Shanks restaurant in Bangor. It opened in 1994 and was owned and run by Mr Millar and his wife Shirley.
Shanks is known for its modern European cuisine using local produce, including fresh venison from the surrounding Estate's deer herd.