A man has been found dead in his cell in Magilligan Prison, Co Derry. It is understood Mr Derek Gardiner (33) was found hanging in the cell yesterday at 8.15 a.m. Police are investigating the incident but said the circumstances surrounding his death did not appear suspicious. He was serving a two-year sentence for petrol bombing.
Man found dead in Derry prison
A man has been found dead in his cell in Magilligan Prison, Co Derry
Join The Irish Times on WhatsApp and stay up to date
Sign up for push alerts to get the best breaking news, analysis and comment delivered directly to your phone
Listen to In The News podcast daily for a deep dive on the stories that matter