Education Minister, Caitriona Ruane, has offered condolences to the family of the 10 year old boy who tragically died yesterday in Hilltown, County Down.
The Minister said: “I offer my deepest sympathies to the family of Daniel Andre, who tragically drowned yesterday afternoon. My thoughts are with Daniel's family and friends at this difficult time.
“The Southern Education and Library Board’s Critical Incident Team are at St Patrick's Primary School, Hilltown where the boy attended, to offer support. I have spoken with the Principal of St Patrick's and I will visit the family to offer my condolences.”
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