A Dublin man has died in the Mater Hospital after suffering fatal injuries from hitting his head on the street during an interaction with an on-duty garda. The incident occurred on O'Connell Street around 4.15am on Friday and was recorded by CCTV. Fiosrú, the Office of the Police Ombudsman, confirmed the launch of a criminal investigation into the matter. They are appealing for witnesses, especially those with potential footage, to assist with the investigation, which is ongoing in coordination with the Dublin City Coroner and the Office of the State Pathologist.
The Dublin man passed away in the Mater Hospital yesterday evening, suffering fatal injuries after hitting his head on the street following an interaction with an on-duty garda.
Fiosrú has confirmed a criminal investigation into the incident, described as a 'devastating tragedy for all involved' and prompting a referral under new policing legislation.
Fiosrú is appealing for witnesses who were in the area around 4.15am, particularly those with dashcam or mobile phone footage, to assist in the investigation.
The investigation is ongoing, with Fiosrú liaising with the Dublin City Coroner and the Office of the State Pathologist regarding a post mortem.
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