A young GAA player was removed by the Rescue 118 helicopter from a Co Donegal GAA pitch after suffering a fall on Thursday.
The girl was taking part in an U16 game at Downings GAA ground when the incident happened at about 9pm.
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It is understood the girl fell awkwardly and hurt her neck. Eye-witnesses said the girl could not move after the fall.
An ambulance was called and the Rescue 118 helicopter arrived on the scene a short time later. The girl was flown to Letterkenny University Hospital.
Her condition is not yet known.
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Posted: 3:23 pm July 14, 2017