Summary
Two teenagers, Matt Sibanda and Emmanuel Familola, died after getting into trouble in the water near Buncrana, County Donegal. A community gathered to mourn with services held in their memory, and efforts were made by rescue teams to help during the incident.
Key Facts
- Matt Sibanda was 18 years old, and Emmanuel Familola was 16 years old.
- The teenagers got into difficulty in the water while trying to retrieve a football at Ned's Point beach.
- Matt Sibanda's body was found in Lough Swilly, while Emmanuel Familola was taken to the hospital and died later.
- A third teenager made it safely back to shore.
- The community held a special service at St Mary's Oratory in Buncrana and a vigil in Londonderry to remember them.
- Both teenagers lived in international protection centers in Buncrana with their families.
- The incident prompted emotional responses and community support for the families.
- Rescue teams, including the RNLI and Irish Coast Guard, were involved in the search and rescue efforts.
