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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 13^th 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 11^th 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.