Prison Service Statement
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The Northern Ireland Prison Service can confirm the death in custody of a 24 year old remand prisoner
The prisoner was taken from Maghaberry Prison to hospital on Thursday 11 February. He died on Monday 22 February.
The PSNI, Coroner and Prisoner Ombudsman have launched investigations into the death.
Prison Service Director General Sue McAllister said: "I extend my sympathy and that of the Northern Ireland Prison Service to the family of the prisoner who has sadly died. This is a tragedy and my thoughts are with them at this difficult time."
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