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Irish Mirror
Irish Mirror
National
William Dunne

Schoolgirl tragically dies after accident on farm in Newry, Co Armagh

A schoolgirl has tragically died after an accident on a farm in Co Armagh.

It's understood the girl, in her teens, died on after the incident in the Bernish area of Newry on Saturday.

A statement said: "Police will prepare a report for the coroner following a sudden death in a tragic accident at a farm in Newry on Saturday."

Independent councillor Gavin Malone has described the news as “absolutely tragic”.

He told the Belfast Telegraph: "My heart goes out to the family. The family are such lovely people, such a wonderful family, it’s just devastating."

"I was at the wake. It’s very emotional. They are a hugely respected family in the area.

"They’re such lovely people. It’s hard to know what to say. It’s heartbreaking."

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