Father of three dies in tragic accident on Cape Clear

It is understood the man was playing football with members of his family on Saturday when their ball went over the cliff at Cape Clear Island. The man set off on a route to the foot of the cliffs to get the ball back. However, he failed to return.

A man in his forties has died following an accident on Cape Clear island in West Cork.

It is understood the father of three young children from Clonakilty was playing football with members of his family on Saturday afternoon when their ball went over the cliff. The man set off on a route to the foot of the cliffs to get the ball back. However, he failed to return. A family member raised the alarm.