Man, 26, dies in workplace accident in West Cork

People in the Clonakilty area of West Cork were plunged into mourning yesterday following the death of a worker at the Clona Dairies plant in the town.

Man, 26, dies in workplace accident in West Cork
Wed, 15 Jul, 2015 - 01:00
Noel Baker

The incident occurred shortly after 10am, claiming the life of Fearghal Beamish from the nearby Pike/ Ardfield area.

It is understood that the 26-year-old suffered serious injuries when he got caught between a vehicle known as a shunter, and a trailer. It is understood he was operating the vehicle at the time.

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