Firefighter issues drink plea after son's river death
Dave Irwin said he wants to use the tragedy of his son Ross' death to keep other people safe
His father Dave Irwin, 48, is leading Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service's safety message this Christmas. It is believed his son lost his footing on the water's edge along the riverbank at Bonemill Lane after telling friends he was going to get a taxi home.His family have become water safety campaigners and helped install throw-line equipment along sections of the Wear.
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