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09/05/2008
Soldier Dies from Shooting Accident In Cork
A garda investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accidental shooting of a soldier in Cork city this morning is currently underway.
The soldier - who was reporting for duty at Collins' Barracks - was shot dead at 8.40am. He was in his 40s.
It is understood army investigators are treating the incident as accidental and that no one else was involved.
An investigation is currently underway.
(JM)
The soldier - who was reporting for duty at Collins' Barracks - was shot dead at 8.40am. He was in his 40s.
It is understood army investigators are treating the incident as accidental and that no one else was involved.
An investigation is currently underway.
(JM)
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