A man named John Traynor died in a workplace accident on Knockagh Road in Carrickfergus, County Antrim. The incident occurred while he was working for IJ Lynn & Sons. Emergency services, including the Air Ambulance NI, responded, but he succumbed to his injuries. The police have stated that the death is not being treated as suspicious, and the Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland (HSENI) is conducting inquiries.
Local SDLP councillor Margaret Anne McKillop expressed condolences, highlighting Traynor’s well-known status in the Ballycastle area and urging the community to support his family during this difficult time. The incident raises important questions about workplace safety and the need for proper safety measures to prevent such tragedies in the future .
