11/06/2015

Man Killed In Fatal Road Accident In Co Cork

Gardaí in Co Cork have reported the death of a 25-year-old man in a road accident.

It is understood the man was fatally injured when his tractor struck a ditch shortly after midnight on the Glanworth to String Cross Road at Glanworth, Co. Cork. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Coroner and the Health and Safety Authority have been notified. A Family Liaison Officer has been appointed in the case.  

Anyone with information is asked to contact Fermoy Garda Station 025-82100 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.

(MH)

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