We need your help now

Support from readers like you keeps The Journal open.

You are visiting us because we have something you value. Independent, unbiased news that tells the truth. Advertising revenue goes some way to support our mission, but this year it has not been enough.

If you've seen value in our reporting, please contribute what you can, so we can continue to produce accurate and meaningful journalism. For everyone who needs it.

Aerial view of Red Island, Skerries, where the man was pronounced dead Alamy Stock Photo

Man in his 70s dies after getting into difficulty in water in north county Dublin

The man in his 70s was pronounced dead at the scene.

A MAN IN his 70s has died after getting into difficulty in the water in north county Dublin this morning.

Gardaí and emergency services were alerted to the incident at around 10am this morning at Skerries.

The man was removed from the water and later pronounced dead at the scene.

His body is being removed to Dublin City Morgue where a post-mortem examination will take place in due course.

A file will be prepared for the coroner and investigations are ongoing.

It is understood that foul play is not suspected at this time.

Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone...
A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation.

Close
JournalTv
News in 60 seconds