Prisoner dies in custody

A 27-year-old man has died in custody at Magilligan prison in County Londonderry.

Published 4th Aug 2017
Last updated 4th Aug 2017

The Northern Ireland prison service confirmed the death on Friday morning and his family have been informed.

An investigation has been launched into the death.

Ronnie Armour, Head of the Northern Ireland Prison Service offered his condolences:

"I would like to extend my sympathy and that of the Northern Ireland Prison Service to the family of the prisoner.

My thoughts are with them at this difficult time," he said.