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Irish Police Investigate Death of Man Restrained by Security Guards

Irish police are investigating the death of a 35-year-old Congolese man after he was restrained by security guards. Video footage shows the man becoming unresponsive while pinned to the ground.

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Irish police are investigating the death of a Congolese man after he was restrained by security guards. Video shows Yves Sakila, 35, becoming unresponsive after being pinned to the ground for several minutes before being pronounced dead.

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Police have not released further information about the circumstances leading to the restraint or the cause of death. The incident occurred at an unspecified location in Ireland.

Key Facts

Yves Sakila, 35
Congolese man pronounced dead after restraint
Security guards
Pinned man to ground for several minutes
Irish police
Opened investigation into the death

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    The investigation may examine procedures used by security personnel.

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PublishedMay 20, 2026, 11:12 AM
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