08/09/2017

Woman Dies In Farm Accident

An investigation has launched after a woman died in an accident on a farm in Co Armagh.

It is believed the woman was struck by a cow in the Drumhirk area on Friday, 08 September.

A spokesperson for the Health & Safety Executive said: "HSENI are aware of this tragic incident, and are attending the incident scene."

The PSNI and the HSENI are investigating the circumstances of the incident.

Ulster Unionist Councillor Jim Speers said: "Our thoughts and prayers are with her family. This is another tragic example of how dangerous farming can be, but at this moment the community will be focusing on providing sympathy and support to the family."

(CD)




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