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09/09/2016
Man Dies Following 'Violent Incident' In Belfast
A man who died after police used CS Spray to restrain him following a "violent incident" in Belfast has been named locally as Gerard McMahon.
The incident happened on Great Victoria Street in Belfast at around 5am on Thursday, 08 September.
It is understood he was involved in an altercation with taxi drivers in the area.
Police officers used CS Spray and he was taken to hospital.
The Police Ombudsman confirmed the man had passed away.
An investigation has been launched and police are appealing for any witnesses to contact them.
Sinn Féin MLA Gerry Kelly said: "I am shocked to learn that Gerard McMahon has died.
"My thoughts are with his family at this tragic time.
"I have been in touch with senior police about the circumstances which led to Gerard being rushed to hospital.
"The Police Ombudsman has already launched an investigation into the detention of Gerard McMahon.
"That investigation must be thorough so that his grieving family get the full facts as quickly as possible about the circumstances which led to his death."
(CD)
The incident happened on Great Victoria Street in Belfast at around 5am on Thursday, 08 September.
It is understood he was involved in an altercation with taxi drivers in the area.
Police officers used CS Spray and he was taken to hospital.
The Police Ombudsman confirmed the man had passed away.
An investigation has been launched and police are appealing for any witnesses to contact them.
Sinn Féin MLA Gerry Kelly said: "I am shocked to learn that Gerard McMahon has died.
"My thoughts are with his family at this tragic time.
"I have been in touch with senior police about the circumstances which led to Gerard being rushed to hospital.
"The Police Ombudsman has already launched an investigation into the detention of Gerard McMahon.
"That investigation must be thorough so that his grieving family get the full facts as quickly as possible about the circumstances which led to his death."
(CD)
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