Woman loses life in Mayo drowning accident
A woman has been confirmed deceased this evening following a drowning accident in Mayo.
The victim, who is believed to be in her 60s, lost her life at the popular Old Head beach near Louisburgh.
She was wearing a wet suit when taken from the water.
It is believed she had been swimming.
The alarm was raised some time after 4 p.m.
Members of the local coastguard were amongst who attended at the scene and rendered assistance.
The body is being taken this evening to Mayo University Hospital.
A coroner has been notified and he has instructed that a post mortem will take place.
An inquest will be held in due course.