By David Hunter
The Northern Ireland Prison Service says a 33 year-old man has died in Custody at Maghaberry.
He passed away in hospital this morning, but the circumstances are unclear.
The Prisoner Ombudsman is investigating, and the man's next of kin has been informed.
As with standard procedure, the PSNI, Coroner and Prisoner Ombudsman have launched investigations into the death.
Ronnie Armour, Head of the Northern Ireland Prison Service said: "I would like to extend my sympathy and that of the Northern Ireland Prison Service to the family of the prisoner. My thoughts are with them at this difficult time."
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