Farmer killed and brother seriously injured by bull

A farmer has been killed and his twin brother mauled in a bull attack in Co Donegal.

Farmer killed and brother seriously injured by bull

The initial attack is understood to have happened around 2pm at Burt on the Inishowen Peninsula.

The dead man was named locally as Patrick Dowds, 65. He left his home yesterday morning. However, when he did not return, his twin brother George went looking for him.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

Unlimited access starts here.

Try from only €0.25 a day.

Cancel anytime

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Get a lunch briefing straight to your inbox at noon daily. Also be the first to know with our occasional Breaking News emails.

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

© Examiner Echo Group Limited