Freddie died in the early hours of July 2nd 2021, at Tipperary University Hospital (TUH). Ms O'Donnell attended the hospital for ante-natal care on the morning of July 1st 2021, after experiencing pains the previous night.

Dillon Brennan (16) was born on January 30, 2009, at the hospital, which has been subject to investigation over patient safety, to Corinna Brennan, who is also his carer at their Athy, Co Kildare, home.