Man crushed to death by JCB digger in Dublin

An investigation is underway after man was trapped between wall and digger.

Updated 22:53

A MAN WAS killed earlier today in a fatal accident involving a JCB in north county Dublin.

The victim is believed to have been caught between a digger and a wall at Skerries harbour.

The incident happened at around midday today.

The Health and Safety Authority said inspectors are on their way to the scene and an investigation is under way.

The incident is believed to have happened on a construction site.

First published 13:16

Author

Christine Bohan

View 38 comments

Send Tip or Correction

38 Comments

Defamation

Damaging the good reputation of someone, slander, or libel.
Racism or Hate speech

An attack on an individual or group based on religion, race, gender, or beliefs.
Trolling or Off-topic

An attempt to derail the discussion.
Inappropriate language

Profanity, obscenity, vulgarity, or slurs.
Spam

Advertising, phishing, scamming, bots, or repetitive posts.
Other

News in 60 seconds

The Journal supports the work of the Press Council of Ireland and the Office of the Press Ombudsman, and our staff operate within the Code of Practice. You can obtain a copy of the Code, or contact the Council, at https://www.presscouncil.ie, PH: (01) 6489130, Lo-Call 1800 208 080 or email: mailto:info@presscouncil.ie