15/04/2013

Irishman Drowns In Thailand

A man from Cork has drowned in a diving accident in Thailand.

Colin Callanan, 29, drowned off the island of Koh Tao on Friday.

The father of one is believed to be on a business trip.

His body has been recovered and the Department of Foreign Affairs is providing consular assistance to his family.

He is survived by his son Lee, his mother Marie, father Donal, brothers Keith and Simon and sisters Sarah and Julie.

(CD/IT)

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