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15th Jul 2019

Man rescued from water following boat accident in Dublin

Dave Hanratty

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The incident took place on Monday afternoon.

A man was rescued from the water in Dublin on Monday (15 July) after his boat capsized.

Members of An Garda Síochána and the Irish Coast Guard attended the scene at Coliemore Habour in Dalkey at approximately 4.15pm.

The man, whose age has not been disclosed, was pulled from the water after helicopters and lifeboats responded to the incident.

A Garda spokesperson has confirmed to JOE that the man was subsequently taken to St. Vincent’s Hospital for treatment.

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