Murder investigation underway after inmate dies

A murder investigation is underway after a man died following an incident at Cloverhill Prison in Dublin.

According to Gardaí (Irish Police), emergency services were alerted to the incident at around 05:30 BST on Saturday.

According to the Irish broadcaster RTÉ, there was an argument with three prisoners in a cell.

The man, who was in his 40s, was treated at the scene but was pronounced dead a short time later.

It is understood he was from Ballyfermot, west Dublin, and was known to gardaí for his involvement in serious and organized crime.

A second occupant is being treated for injuries described as non-life-threatening, RTÉ reported.

Gardaí said all circumstances surrounding the death were being investigated and the scene was being secured for a full forensic and technical examination.

The coroner was notified and the services of the state pathologist were requested.

The Prison Service expressed its condolences and said the death was being investigated by the Office of the Inspector General of Prisons.