Despite the unfolding tragedy, several onlookers recorded and livestreamed the incident.
Crowds gathered in Cork city centre as emergency responders attempted to save a man from drowning, prompting Gardaí to extend the cordon and move bystanders back.
Despite the unfolding tragedy, several onlookers recorded and livestreamed the incident.
In response, a senior fire officer has issued an urgent appeal for the public not to share or distribute the video footage.
At approximately 7pm on Wednesday, two men entered the northern channel of the River Lee at Pope’s Quay for a swim.
Both quickly found themselves in trouble.
While one man was able to reach the riverbank and call for help, his friend disappeared beneath the water and was swept downstream.
Cork City Fire Brigade Victor Shine, who has been a firefighter for 44 years, told the Irish Examiner: “People today tend to video rather than render aid. But this was another level."
“I would have expected to see lifebuoys in the water and there are some in the area, but I didn’t see any in the water and I’m not sure if anyone attempted to throw a lifebuoy."
He added: “I would appeal to people not to share these clips and to consider the impact it might have on the man’s family or friends if they saw it.”
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