While out a recce run on Slieve Donard, for an upcoming hill race, three County Antrim Harriers, Sean Pagel, Claire Oliphant and Louise Smart, witnessed a walker take a bad fall. On determining that the seriousness of the walkers injuries necessitated assistance from Mountain Rescue, the trio stayed with the walker, and their partner, until the Rescue Team arrived.
The Mourne Mountain Rescue Team social media post concerning the call-out stated “A note of thanks to the group of runners that stopped to assist the first casualty and provided initial help.”