Two men were involved in a tragic incident on a farm near Bandon, West Cork, resulting in one fatality and the other sustaining serious injuries due to a sudden wall collapse. The unfortunate event occurred in the afternoon, prompting a swift response from Gardaí and emergency services.
The deceased, a man in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene, with his body remaining on the farm. The injured man was promptly transported to Cork University Hospital for urgent medical care. The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) has been informed and is expected to investigate the accident site.
A spokesperson from the HSA confirmed their awareness of the situation and the initiation of an official inquiry. The Garda provided details of the incident, stating that it was a fatal workplace accident near Bandon, Co. Cork, occurring just after 4:00 pm. The scene is being preserved for further examination by the authorities.