Aid worker dies in Belize accident

The remains of an overseas aid worker, who died following an accident in the central American country of Belize, was flown home…

The remains of an overseas aid worker, who died following an accident in the central American country of Belize, was flown home yesterday for burial.

Mr Maurice Walshe (35) a chemical engineer and graduate died on Tuesday last while providing help for those caught up in Hurricane Keith in Belize. A soft-ware designer, Mr Walshe was unloading mattresses off a truck in the Cayo District when the accident happened.

  • Join The Irish Times on WhatsApp and stay up to date

  • Sign up for push alerts to get the best breaking news, analysis and comment delivered directly to your phone

  • Listen to In The News podcast daily for a deep dive on the stories that matter