Unconscious teenage scout fell 12m into sea from rescue helicopter in Wexford

A teenage scout who was unconscious after being swept into sea with a friend at Hook Head, Co Wexford, tumbled an estimated 12m back into the water during the rescue operation.
Unconscious teenage scout fell 12m into sea from rescue helicopter in Wexford

The Air Accident Investigation Unit is carrying out a preliminary review of the circumstances of the rescue, which took place last Sunday afternoon after four scouts were knocked into the water by what was described as a freak wave.

Two teenage boys, aged 15, managed to get ashore but the girl and another boy drifted in the water. The four were part of a group from the South Circular Road branch of the Scouts that had been in the area as part of an organised trip.

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