Urgent HSE inspection of lifts following Galway boy’s death

The HSE is to carry out an urgent inspection of lifts across the country following the death of a three-year-old boy in Galway.

Urgent HSE inspection of lifts following Galway boy’s death

During the inquest into the death of Solomon Soremekun, it emerged the boy jumped into a lift on his own. However, he managed to open the doors again while the lift was in motion between floors and fell into the lift shaft.

His body was found at the Hynes Building office complex in Galway City on the afternoon of January 17. He died from crush injuries.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited