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Man Dies in Custody After Dublin Shoplifting Incident

Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

Published
May 21, 2026
Duration
1:33
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Last updated
May 22, 2026

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Yves Sakila, a 35-year-old man from the Democratic Republic of Congo, died after a detainment by security guards outside a Dublin department store. Footage of the incident, which may show excessive force, has sparked outrage and calls for an independent, transparent investigation. The case has been referred to Irelands police ombudsman. Mr. Sakilas death …

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Yves Sakila, a 35-year-old man from the Democratic Republic of Congo, died after a detainment by security guards outside a Dublin department store. Footage of the incident, which may show excessive force, has sparked outrage and calls for an independent, transparent investigation. The case has been referred to Irelands police ombudsman. Mr. Sakilas death has caused significant distress, particularly within Black and minority ethnic communities. Authorities are investigating, and the retailer is

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