Unknown North West Dive Rally fatality - County Donegal, Ireland

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Another diver in his 60s injured...

Man, 40s, dies during Co Donegal diving event

A man in his 40s has died after getting into difficulty at a scuba diving event in Co Donegal.

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A man in his 40s has died after getting into difficulty at a scuba diving event in Co Donegal.

Another man, who is in his 60s, was airlifted to hospital in Galway for treatment.

Both men were recovered from the water near the pier in Teileann, west of Killybegs.

It is understood they were taking part in the North West Dive Rally organised by the Donegal Bay Sub Aqua club.

The tragedy happened around 12.30 this afternoon. The Coast Guard and gardaí were involved in the rescue operation.

The local coroner has been informed and there will be a post mortem examination.

 

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The deceased diver's name was released: Patrick Doran
The rest of the weekend event was cancelled.

Diver who died at Donegal scuba event named locally

A man who died during a County Donegal scuba diving event has been named locally as Patrick Doran.

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