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A WOMAN HAS been killed by cattle on a farm in Derry.
The elderly woman (aged in her 70s) is thought to have been killed by cattle while working on her farm Garvagh in Derry, yesterday afternoon.
DUP MLA for East Derry Adrian McQuillan expressed sympathy with the family and said the news was “very shocking” for the Garvagh community.
“This news is very shocking to the entire close-knit community of Garvagh and the surrounding areas,” McQuillan said.
“The family were well-known in the farming community and I understand the woman in her 70′s was killed by cattle on the family farm, this evening.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this deeply distressing time.
The Health and Safety Executive of Northern Ireland (HSENI) confirmed that it was investigating a serious incident that occurred on a farm in Garvagh.
A spokesperson said it was investigating a serious incident that occurred on a farm in Garvagh but that it was not in a position to comment any further.
“The Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland (HSENI) can confirm it is investigating a fatality on a farm in the Garvagh area,” the spokesperson said.
Our deepest sympathy is with the bereaved family at this sad time.
Both the HSENI and McQuillan warned people about the dangers of working on farms following the incident.
“This evening’s incident serves as a reminder that there are many dangers that surround us on our farms,” said McQuillan
It is important that those working on farms take caution and follow all safety procedures.
The incident comes a month after a woman was left in a critical condition and her dog killed after being attacked by a cow in Fermanagh.
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Kerrie,listening to your story has brought me to tears, I feel such admiration for your courage in the manner in which you live your life now, your resolve.
Sincerely wishng you all the best for your future and hope you find all the happiness in life you deserve.
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Hi Kerrie. You have blossomed into a beautiful young woman. Delighted to see you after such a long time and am delighted to say I knew you when you were a young girl. You are an inspiration and I always told your Mam and dad that you were a very special person. Seeing you now on screen confirms what I always believed. Keep the heart up. You ARE a wonderful person. The world is your oyster. xx Bernie
What a tragic series of events . All the best to you Kerrie .
Wow what an amazing person to go true all that and still gives back to kids and adults in archery,and still competes in the highest levels is amazing, if only we look at what we take for granted and see what Kerry does is truly amazing, young lady you are truly amazingly special and kind
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