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06/02/2013
Pensioner Dies After Falling Into A Fireplace
A pensioner has died after falling in to a fireplace which was lit.
The incident took place at a house in Ballina just before 10.30pm.
It is believed the 92-year-old woman did not die of fire-related injuries.
Gardai are currently investigating, however they are not treating the death as suspicious.
(CD/GK)
The incident took place at a house in Ballina just before 10.30pm.
It is believed the 92-year-old woman did not die of fire-related injuries.
Gardai are currently investigating, however they are not treating the death as suspicious.
(CD/GK)
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