25/06/2013

Man Dies In Co Cavan Lake

A man has died after he got into difficulties while swimming in a lake in Co Cavan.

He had been swimming with friends at Knocknagarton lake at approximately 10pm on Monday.

His body was recovered and was taken to Cavan General Hospital where he was pronounced dead.

(CD/JP)


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