Kilkenny – Search & Recovery – October 2014

3 November 2014

On Saturday 17th October, Kilkenny Civil Defence, with the assistance of Laois Civil Defence volunteers responded to a call-out by An Garda Síochána to conduct a search operation in the Castlecomer area of County Kilkenny.

30 Civil Defence volunteer members conducted a search for a missing elderly man, assisted by South East Mountain Rescue, the Coast Guard Helicopter, members of Clogh/Chatsworth Community and members of the local GAA Club. The missing man was found and airlifted to Waterford Regional Hospital where he is making a steady recovery.

Assistant Garda Commissioner, AJ Nolan sent a letter of appreciation to Civil Defence Officer, Ray Regan acknowledging the dedication, professionalism and commitment displayed by Civil Defence during the course of the search operation.



Acmhainní do Theagascóirí

Saoralaí

Volunteer

Faigh amach faoi bheith ina oibrí deonach i do cheantar

Civil Defence
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