30-year-old fisherman tragically dies after struggling at sea off Galway coast



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A fisherman tragically died after getting into trouble in the water while working today.

The tragic incident occurred around 1:30 p.m. this afternoon.

Gardai confirmed that the Coast Guard contacted them and informed them that a fisherman had been taken to hospital after getting into trouble in the water.

Tragically he passed away shortly after.

A Garda spokesperson said: “Gardai received reports from the Coast Guard that a fisherman, in his 30s, had been taken to Galway University Hospital after experiencing difficulties while working at sea at approximately 1:30 pm 02/11/2020.

“The man has since passed away. The HSA has been notified.

“Investigations continue.”

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