Advertisement

We need your help now

Support from readers like you keeps The Journal open.

You are visiting us because we have something you value. Independent, unbiased news that tells the truth. Advertising revenue goes some way to support our mission, but this year it has not been enough.

If you've seen value in our reporting, please contribute what you can, so we can continue to produce accurate and meaningful journalism. For everyone who needs it.

Body recovered after search on the River Boyne

The rescue effort has been ongoing since around 10.30am.

Updated 17/11/2015

A BODY HAS been recovered after a multi-agency search of the River Boyne.

This took place on an area of the river near Drogheda.

DSC_0077 Darren Waters Darren Waters

The search started shortly after 10.30am yesterday morning when a member of the public contacted the gardaí.

Arriving at the scene the gardaí initially observed the body but it is understood that after that it floated out of sight.

DSC_0075 Darren Waters Darren Waters

After that the Irish Coastguard has joined in with the rescue efforts along with local service the Boyne Fishermen’s Rescue and Recovery.

It is understood the operation concluded at around 5.30pm yesterday evening.

- First published 16/11/2015

Read: Three gardaí in hospital after garda car crashed into wall while responding to a call

Also: French schools in Dublin take security measures after Paris attacks

Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone...
A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation.

Close
JournalTv
News in 60 seconds