Berkeley one year on: US Ambassador leads Dublin ceremony

Kevin O'Malley pays tribute as apple tree memorial planted at embassy

People gather in Berkeley following the tragedy Pic: Getty

The US Ambassador to Ireland has led a moving ceremony in memory of the victims of the Berkeley balcony collapse.

Speaking onthe first anniversary of the tragedy, Kevin O'Malley said that American people extended their heartfelt sympathies to the families and loved ones of the students who were killed or injured in California.

The gathering took place today at the US Embassy in Ballsbridge where an apple tree was planted in the fro[nt ...