Death of Congolese man after Dublin store restraint shocks Ireland, prompts probe

Author: theeastafrican.co.kePublished on: May 20, 2026Country: Ireland
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Death of Congolese man after Dublin store restraint shocks Ireland, prompts probe

Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin has called for a thorough investigation into the death of Congolese-born man Yves Sakila, who was restrained by security guards in Dublin during an alleged shoplifting incident. The event has raised concerns within Ireland's small Congolese community. Flowers were laid at the scene, and witnesses expressed shock over the potentially excessive use of force.

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