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Investigation Launched Following Death Of Man In Custody At Kildare Garda Station

The man, aged in his 30s, was discovered unresponsive at approximately 9.35am on Saturday, October 31st.

An investigation is underway following the death of a man while in Garda custody at Kildare Garda Station this morning.

The man, aged in his 30s, was discovered unresponsive at approximately 9.35am on Saturday, October 31st.

Gardaí provided medical assistance at the scene, but the man was subsequently pronounced dead.

The Office of the State Pathologist has been notified.

The incident has also been referred to Fiosrú, the Office of the Police Ombudsman, in accordance with legislation governing deaths in Garda custody.

Gardaí say they are examining the circumstances surrounding the death, with no further details available at present.

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