A Belfast licensed premises has announced it will close temporarily while staff and friends pay tribute to a colleague who died after a collision in the city earlier this week.
Young woman killed in York Street incident
The Thirsty Goat confirmed the death of 24-year-old Raven Adams, who was struck by a car in the York Street area at about 2.40am on Thursday. The venue described her as a much-loved member of its staff and said she will be deeply missed.
Reports from the bar said Raven, originally from the Tipperary area, died following the collision in which a second person, a male colleague, was also injured and remains in hospital. The Thirsty Goat said it would close on Tuesday as a mark of respect while friends, family and colleagues gather to celebrate her life.
Statement from the workplace
“Today, our hearts are with two members of The Thirsty Goat family. We are deeply saddened by the passing of our much-loved colleague, Raven Adams. Her kindness, laughter, dedication and warm smile left a lasting mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing and working alongside her.”
The bar added its condolences to Raven’s family and sent support to the injured colleague, named in the statement as Ethan, who is receiving treatment in hospital.
Funeral arrangements and local response
Funeral details published on public notices show Raven’s service is due to take place on Tuesday, 21 July, at Dardistown Crematorium, Dublin. She will be reposed at Shevlin’s Funeral Home in Dundalk on Monday afternoon and removed to the crematorium on Tuesday morning.
- The Thirsty Goat will be closed on Tuesday as a mark of respect.
- Raven’s funeral is scheduled for 11.30am at Dardistown Crematorium on 21 July.
- A colleague injured in the same collision remains in hospital.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Incident location | York Street, North Belfast |
| Time of incident | About 2.40am, Thursday |
| Deceased | Raven Adams, aged 24 |
Local businesses and patrons who knew Raven have been sharing memories online of a young worker praised for her warmth and commitment. The decision by the bar to shut for a day reflects both the personal loss felt by colleagues and the role workplaces play in supporting staff and the families of those affected by sudden deaths.
Police and emergency services were involved at the scene; any ongoing enquiries into the collision will be carried out by the relevant authorities. In the meantime, the closure of the venue and the published funeral arrangements provide a focal point for those wishing to pay their respects.
