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THE WOMAN WAS ATTENDED TO BY EMERGENCY SERVICES NEAR THE FINISHING LINE AFTER PARTICIPATING IN THE HALF MARATHON RACE BEFORE BEING RUSHED TO HOSPITAL WHERE SHE WAS PRONOUNCED DEAD 02:01, 02
Jun 2025 A young woman in her 20s has tragically passed away after competing in the Cork City Marathon on Sunday. She received immediate medical attention from emergency services near the
finish line on Patrick's Street following her participation in the half marathon, and was swiftly transported to Cork University Hospital by ambulance. Sadly, Cork City Council later
announced that the woman had sadly died, with her family being informed of the heartbreaking news. The council released a statement expressing their sorrow over the incident. "Cork City
Council is deeply saddened to confirm that a participant in the Cork City Marathon has tragically passed away," they stated. Article continues belowREAD MORE: Boulder 'targeted
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was attended to immediately by the emergency services on the scene. Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of the deceased." reports the Irish Mirror. Taoiseach
Micheál Martin also commented on the news, saying that it was a devastating and tragic turn of events. “I am deeply saddened at the tragic death of a young woman taking part in today’s Cork
City Marathon," said Mr Martin. "The marathon is an event which sees people from all walks of life come together. Article continues below "It personifies the community spirit
that embodies Cork. To lose a young life on what should be a joyous occasion is devastating." He also went on to share his sympathies with the emergency services that had attended, and
other marathon runners affected by the heartbreaking loss.