An inquiry into a reported homicide has been initiated by the Irish Police, following the death of a prisoner in his 40s at Cloverhill Prison due to an early morning scuffle. The Ronanstown unit of the Irish police force is overseeing the investigation into the circumstances leading to the pre-dawn fatality. Soon after the incident, prison officials informed emergency services and the police.
It is understood that the deceased, whose death was reportedly violent, had been in custody on suspicion of involvement in drug and firearms crimes. Onsite emergency aid was provided to the man, but he was declared dead shortly thereafter.
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In a formal statement, the Irish police confirmed that the crime scene at the prison was kept intact for a thorough forensic examination. The coroner’s office has been informed, and the services of the State Pathologist and the Garda Technical Bureau have been requested.
Leading the probe is a Senior Investigating Officer from the police force, and a Family Liaison Officer is providing support to the deceased man’s family. The investigation is still underway, and the police headquarters assures there will be more updates to follow.