Investigation after inmate dies following assault in Dublin prison

AN INMATE HAS died after an assault in a Dublin prison. The inmate died in custody at Wheatfield Prison on Thursday, 13 August and his death is under investigation. A spokesperson for the Irish Prison Service noted that all deaths in custody are investigated by the Prison Service, the Inspector of Prisons and An Garda Síochána, where circumstances warrant. The spokesperson added that the cause of death is determined by the Coroner’s Office. The Irish Prison Service has expressed its condolences to the deceased’s family and friends, and said that the next of kin have been informed.