Summary:
29-year-old man from Letterkenny found dead in police cell in Albufeira, Portugal.
Arrested for alleged assault on his 29-year-old partner who was treated for stab wounds.
Death discovered on Wednesday morning, with no foul play suspected.
Investigation led by Portugal’s Judicial Police and IGAI.
Department of Foreign Affairs providing consular assistance.
Incident Overview
A 29-year-old man from Letterkenny has been found dead in a police cell located in Albufeira, Portugal. This incident has raised significant concerns and garnered attention from authorities.
Arrest Details
The man was arrested on Tuesday evening following an alleged assault involving his 29-year-old partner in the popular Algarve resort area. Reports indicate that the woman sustained stab wounds but has since been released from the hospital.
Discovery of Death
He was discovered dead in his cell on Wednesday morning. Authorities have stated that foul play is not suspected at this time.
Ongoing Investigation
The Portugal’s Judicial Police and the Inspection-General of Internal Administration (IGAI) are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the man's death to ensure all details are thoroughly examined.
Official Response
A spokesperson for the Republic’s Department of Foreign Affairs has confirmed awareness of the case and mentioned that they are providing consular assistance. However, they refrained from commenting on specific details due to the nature of consular cases.
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