Inmate dies at Magilligan prison

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By Richard O'Reilly

The Department for Justice has confirmed the death of a prisoner at Magilligan Prison.

The 27 year old inmate died this morning.

The PSNI, Coroner and Prisoner Ombudsman have launched investigations into the death.

Ronnie Armour, Head of the Northern Ireland Prison Service said: "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."

 

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