Online abuse led to referee’s suicide attempt

Top Meath referee Patrick Nelis has revealed how vicious online abuse, following last year’s county final, contributed to a suicide attempt.

Online abuse led to referee’s suicide attempt

Tyrone-man Mr Nelis took charge of the 2013 Meath senior football final between victors Summerhill and Na Fianna.

He was generally pleased with his performance, but just weeks later attempted suicide and was lucky to survive.

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