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PIRC to investigate custody death

Scotland's police watchdog has begun an investigation into the death of a man in custody.

Date - 21st September 2020
By - Chris Smith

Police Scotland confirmed a review is under way by the Police Investigations and Review Commissioner (PIRC) after a man died at Kirkcaldy Police Station. The incident was referred to the watchdog by the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal...

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