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Man died tragically after jumping from cargo ship without gangway
Summary
In a tragic incident that occurred on 12 January 2018, Alexander Kondrashyn died after jumping from the cargo vessel The Elptrader at Dublin Port. The ship's gangway, which should have been secured to the quayside, had been removed before midnight, contrary to maritime regulations that require a safe means of access and egress for people boarding or disembarking. Kondrashyn, who was socialising with the ship's master Sergej Stolbov and the master of another vessel, jumped from the ship with another man at about 4.30 am. While the other man landed on the quay, Kondrashyn fell into the water, was recovered unresponsive and later died in hospital. The court heard CCTV footage showing the gangway in place at 11.19 pm and its removal before midnight. Stolbov pleaded guilty to failing to ensure the gangway remained in position, a summary offence punishable by a fine of €500.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Man died tragically after jumping from cargo ship without gangway. Charges or matters: failing to ensure access equipment, including safety nets, was placed in position promptly after the ship was secured and remained in position while the ship was secured. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- January 12, 2018 Hearing Or Sentence
- January 11, 2018 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2024-07-12 Publication
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: failing to ensure access equipment, including safety nets, was placed in position promptly after the ship was secured and remained in position while the ship was secured (Admitted)
Plea: Guilty
Outcome: Imposing sentence today, Judge Martin Nolan said this was a "deeply unfortunate" and "tragic" incident.
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