Online fundraiser for tragic Dublin teen Josh Dunne raises six times the goal amount in six hours
It is believed that brave Josh was trying to defend a delivery driver who was being attacked by other youngsters on the road
Josh Dunne, RIP
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He came from a big family with several other brothers and sisters. Among the many flowers left at the scene was one with a card from his family. âSuch a beautiful soul, a bright career ahead and taken so suddenly, we miss you,â it said.
Another was left by Adam, one of his best friends: âJosh bro, I loved ye so much and canât put into words how heartbroken I am . . . Donât forget to look over me and Kyle,â it said.
A postmortem will be carried out on the teenagerâs body on Wednesday afternoon at the City Morgue by Dr Heidi Okkers, Locum Assistant State Pathologist.
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Tributes paid to talented footballer Josh Dunne, 16, who died in Dublin stabbing as post mortem to take place
Updated: 27 Jan 2021, 22:36
TRIBUTES have been paid to a talented young footballer after he was stabbed to death in the capital last night.
Josh Dunne, 16, died after an incident on East Road, East Wall in Dublin at around 9.20pm.
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Garda investigators carry out an evidence search at the scene of a fatal assault on the East Road in DublinCredit: Damien Storan
It is understood a row broke out between two groups over a bike.
Josh and another teenage boy were rushed to the Mater Hospital with serious injuries.
We extend our deepest condolences to his family and friends.
Tolka Rovers football club said: We are deeply saddened to hear the tragic news of Josh Dunne. It was a privilege to have him play for Tolka Rovers FC and to watch him play football under the guidance of Coco, Kev and James. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this very sad time. Rest in Peace Josh.
Scottish premiership side Dundee United, where the teenager was on trial last year, also paid tribute to him.
“We are deeply saddened to hear of the tragic passing of Josh Dunne.