The inquest into the death of twelve-year-old Zhihan Zhao, who fell to his death at the Cliffs of Moher, concluded with a verdict of accidental death. The tragic incident occurred on July 23, 2023, while Zhihan was vacationing in Ireland with his mother, Xianhong Huang. Witness accounts revealed that he slipped in a puddle near the edge, and despite efforts to pull himself up, he fell over the cliff.
Tragic Fall at Cliffs of Moher: Inquest Reports on Boy's Accidental Death
Tragic Fall at Cliffs of Moher: Inquest Reports on Boy's Accidental Death
An inquest reveals the circumstances surrounding the tragic fall of a 12-year-old boy at Ireland's famous Cliffs of Moher.
Zhihan had been walking ahead of his group when he lost his footing. A French tourist witnessed the heartbreaking moment and described how he frantically tried to save himself by grasping for grass. An extensive search involving the Irish Coast Guard and local authorities was initiated, ultimately leading to a fisherman discovering Zhihan's body five days later at sea. A coroner confirmed that his injuries were consistent with a fall, and the incident is a stark reminder of the dangers posed by such popular tourist locations. Concerns about safety at the Cliffs of Moher have heightened, prompting temporary trail closures following this and another fatal incident earlier in the year.
