A mother-of-two has passed away after plunging into a river with her car.
The tragic incident took place in Cork, Ireland, where 44-year-old Gillian Daly drove off a quay while in her car together with her two young children.
After driving off the dock, presumably by accident, the vehicle plunged into the river where it quickly began sinking, leaving the mother-of-two and elementary school teacher trapped inside the car.
According to the reports, the mother’s sons, aged 10 and 12, managed to escape the sinking car and swim to safety. They were later rushed to a hospital for non-life-threatening injuries and have since been discharged.
Unfortunately, the boys’ mother drowned while trying to get out of the flooded car.
“Gardaí are investigating all the circumstances of an incident where a vehicle entered the River Lee at Kennedy Quay, Cork City, at approximately 8.45pm on June 3,” the national police service confirmed after the incident.
“Two children were recovered from the water and were taken to Cork University Hospital to receive treatment for non-life threatening injuries.
“Following the arrival of a dive team with the Irish Naval Service, the body of a woman was later removed from the water. The woman’s body was removed to Cork University Hospital where a post-mortem will take place. The results of which will determine the course of the investigation.”
Meanwhile, witnesses told CorkBeo that the mother’s car was moving erratically moments before plunging into the water.
Following the tragedy, people have paid a tribute to the dedicated teacher on Facebook.
“Heartbroken again with the loss of my sister Helen’s daughter Gillian on her death. RIP,” Gillian’s uncle, Martin Patrick O’Sullivan, wrote.
Another mourner said: “So, so sorry to hear of Gillian’s passing … she taught my children in primary school and was so nice and kind. May she rest in peace.”
Our thoughts remain with the mother’s family, friends, and students during these challenging times.
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