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Deaths in Custody

Hugh McCardle, 67, a prisoner at HMP Glenochil has died. He was convicted at Glasgow High Court on 13th June 2013. Police Scotland have been advised and the matter will be reported to the Procurator Fiscal. A Fatal Accident Inquiry will be held in due course.

Paul Matthew Cowan, 41, a prisoner at HMP Barlinnie has died. He was convicted at Dumbarton Sheriff Court on 11th August 2017. Police Scotland have been advised and the matter will be reported to the Procurator Fiscal. A Fatal Accident Inquiry will be held in due course.