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Shock as well-known woman (70s) drowns while rescuing sheep in Co Kerry

The woman is extremely well-known in the rural community where she lives near the Gap of Dunloe

Part of the Gap of Dunloe

Sinead Kelleher
Kerryman

There is widespread shock in Kerry following the death of a woman in a tragic accident this morning, Friday December 1.

The woman, who is understood to be in her early 70’s, is believed to have drowned rescuing a sheep from the river near their farm in the Gap of Dunloe.

The woman is extremely well-known in the rural community where she lives.

The accident occurred close to Lord Brandon’s cottage.


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