Runner in Cork City Marathon dies
Thousands of runners took part in the event on Sunday.
A statement said: 'Cork City Council is deeply saddened to confirm that a participant in the Cork City Marathon has tragically passed away.
'The person was attended to immediately by the emergency services on the scene.
'Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of the deceased.'
The marathon had 550 international participants from more than 26 countries.
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Belfast Telegraph
2 days ago
- Belfast Telegraph
Runner in Cork City Marathon dies
Thousands of runners took part in the event on Sunday. A statement said: 'Cork City Council is deeply saddened to confirm that a participant in the Cork City Marathon has tragically passed away. 'The person was attended to immediately by the emergency services on the scene. 'Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of the deceased.' The marathon had 550 international participants from more than 26 countries.
