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.