The following year, the "Annals of the Four Masters" states that Ímar was driven from the kingship by Echmarcach, who was then elected king by the Dubliners.
The following year, the "Annals of Tigernach" states that Echmarcach succeeded Ímar. The "Annals of the Four Masters" specifies that Ímar was driven from the kingship by Echmarcach, who was then elected king by the Dubliners.