Local TD Expresses Shock And Sympathy As Rathdrum Is Shellshocked By Workplace Death

Investigations are underway after a man died in a workplace accident in County Wicklow

Gardaí and the Health and Safety Authority have each launched separate investigations following the death of a man in Rathdrum, County Wicklow yesterday. (02/07/25)

The victim died from his injuries following a fatal workplace accident in at a building site which occurred yesterday afternoon at approximately 3.30pm.

An Irish Coast Guard helicopter was tasked to a building site. It didn't land, as the man had passed from his injuries at the scene

His body was removed to St. Columcille's Hospital in Loughlinstown where a post-mortem exam is due to take place on Thursday.

The Fine Gael TD for Wicklow-Wexford Brian Brennan has addressed the matter in conversation with East Coast FM:

'I spoke to a number of people in the Rathdrum area and people are absolutely devastated. To say there's a cloud over Rathdrum this morning is putting it mildly.''

The consequences of the tragedy will be hit hardest in the man's family and circle of friends, Deputy Brennan has added.

'You know, it's horrific for any family to deal with such a sudden death. It's just horrific and our thoughts and prayers are with the family obviously of this man and with the people of Rathdrum. As I say they're absolutely devastated.''