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Farmer in Cavan dies after becoming trapped under machinery

The man in his 50s was working with bales of hay when he became trapped under farm machinery.
3.04pm, 13 Jul 2013
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A MAN IN Cavan has died after a tragic farming accident yesterday evening.

The man, who is in his 50s, was found at the farm in Mount Nugent this morning and was pronounced dead at the scene.

It is understood that he was working with bales of hay at the time and was crushed by farm machinery.

A post mortem is due to take place on Monday and the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) has confirmed that it is investigating the accident.

Related: Farmers’ association urges caution as busy farms signal rise in accidents>
More: 21 people lost their lives farming last year>

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    Jul 13th 2013, 3:36 PM

    Very sad news Rest in peace. My condolences to the family and friends.

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    Jul 13th 2013, 3:37 PM

    May he rest in peace so sad news

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    Jul 13th 2013, 4:22 PM

    Poor man working on his own to save his crops & this dreadful accident happened ….and not being found for such a long time its awful. God Rest him.

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    Jul 13th 2013, 4:45 PM

    R.I.P

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    Jul 13th 2013, 6:28 PM

    Very sad news, family must be devastated, thoughts are with you all

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    Jul 13th 2013, 6:50 PM

    Very sad, thoughts with those left behind. Just a little

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    Jul 13th 2013, 6:55 PM

    Sorry, finger trouble. ………. Just a little reminder that our food sometimes has a higher price than we may appreciate.

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