Richard Quigley
Richard Quigley is a paramedic who played a crucial role in the aftermath of the 1998 Omagh bombing, where he helped recover the remains of the victims following the tragic explosion that killed 31 people. During a recent inquiry, he recounted the harrowing experience of transporting multiple body bags and described the grim scene as something that felt more fitting for a film than reality. His testimony sheds light on the profound emotional and logistical challenges faced by first responders during one of the deadliest terrorist attacks in Northern Ireland's history.
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Richard Quigley described how he and his colleagues moved their ambulances to a car park near the site of the explosion on Market Street, and stacked body bags and stretchers ready to recover the bodies of the victims.
paramedic describes grim scene in wake of Omagh bombing – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-02-17