Stephen O’Callaghan (55) died after getting into difficulty while helping other swimmers at Inch Beach in Co Cork. Photograph: Rip.ieA man “died a hero” after rushing to help save six people who were struggling in a sudden rip current at Inch Beach in Co Cork, Cork County Coroner’s Court has heard. O’Callaghan saved the life of a 10-year-old boy and his nephew, Eoghan O’Callaghan, managed to bring the boy’s eight-year-old brother to safety. The Irish Coast Guard, and then the emergency services, arrived and started a search for Stephen O’Callaghan soon afterwards. Paddy Enright, who operates a sauna at the beach, said Stephen O’Callaghan “died a hero” having “sacrificed his life to help others”.

Source: The Irish Times March 02, 2026 22:37 UTC