Man dies on Wexford trawler

A man has died following a suspected accident on a fishing boat in Co Wexford last night.

A man has died following a suspected accident on a fishing boat in Co Wexford last night.

It is believed the victim — in his 30s — may have been electrocuted while carrying out work to the trawler in Kilmore Quay.

The incident happened shortly before 8pm yesterday evening.

Gardaí confirmed they were investigating a sudden death which was not being treated as suspicious at this stage.

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The Coast Guard said they were asked to send a lifeboat to the scene of what is believed to be an industrial accident.

A Garda source said initial inquiries suggested the incident will be a matter for Health and Safety Authority investigators.

A post-mortem examination is to be carried out on the man's body today.