Inquiry launched after prisoner dies at HMP Low Moss, Bishopbriggs

A probe has been launched after the death of a prisoner at HMP Low Moss at Bishopbriggs.
By The Newsroom
Published 21st Jul 2020, 09:38 BST
HMP Low Moss Prison Photo by Emma Mitchell 23/1/12HMP Low Moss Prison Photo by Emma Mitchell 23/1/12
HMP Low Moss Prison Photo by Emma Mitchell 23/1/12

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) yesterday announced the death of inmate Paul Dowds (45).

The SPS said police have been informed and the matter reported to the Procurator Fiscal.

A fatal accident inquiry will now take place into his death.

He was still due to stand trial before he died.

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