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'Tragedy' Pensioner rescued from River Shannon in 'critical condition'
The incident is being “treated as a personal tragedy” by gardaí.
An elderly man is in “a critical condition” after being rescued from the River Shannon in Limerick on Sunday morning.
The incident is being “treated as a personal tragedy” by gardaí.
The man was pulled from the river at Shannon Bridge in Limerick city by Limerick Fire and Rescue Services at approximately 10.15am.
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Gardaí and emergency services arrived at the scene a short time later and the man was rushed to University Hospital Limerick, where he remains in a critical condition.
A garda spokesperson said that no further information is available at this time.
If you have been affected by this story, you can contact Samaritans on 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.ie
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