Tragedy struck during a fishing expedition in Limerick. The ill-fated incident unfolded when a fishing party, comprising Mr Michael O’Shaughnessy and two fishermen named Matthew Tyrell and Doran, set out for a day of salmon angling at Corbally. The serene afternoon took a grim turn when their boat encountered a perilous collision with rocks, causing it to capsize.

Amidst the chaotic scene, Matthew Tyrell found himself swiftly swept away by the strong current of the stream. The situation was dire, but fortune smiled upon Mr O’Shaughnessy and Doran, who managed to stay afloat in the turbulent waters until rescue arrived. The unfortunate event serves as a reminder of the unpredictable and unforgiving nature of the waters that these fishermen navigate in pursuit of their catch.

The Scotsman – Monday 05 February 1906