Teenage girl killed in 'tragic accident' in Kildare
Sarah Slater
A teenage girl has died in what has been described as a “tragic accident” by gardaí.
The incident took place at the Hill of Allen, eight kilometres to the north-west of Newbridge, Co Kildare last Friday.
Gardaí conducted a search operation with the assistance from Mountain Rescue and the local Fire Service.
In a statement, gardaí said: “The body of a woman aged in her late teens was recovered from the area.
“Her body was removed to hospital for post-mortem. A file will now be prepared for the Coroner.
“This incident appears to be a tragic accident. Foul play is not suspected.”
