30/04/2008

Man Killed In Construction Accident

A construction worker has died following an on-site accident in Galway.

The man, believed to be in his late 20s, died in an accident which occurred around 1.15pm today at the Sports Grounds on College Road.

The scene was cordoned off this afternoon as garda carried out a technical examination.

The Health and Safety Authority and garda have both launched separate investigations into the incident.

(JM/NS)

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