A 27-year-old man from Douglas has died while under police guard at Noble’s Hospital.
An investigation is now taking place into the death, which occurred in the early hours of this morning (Tuesday).
The man had been arrested in Douglas on Friday evening (June 12) on suspicion of drug trafficking offences.
He had been under police guard at Noble’s Hospital in Braddan after being taken there following his arrest.
While under police guard, the man became ill and despite the considerable efforts of the medical staff to revive him, was pronounced dead.
The man’s family has been made aware of his death.
The coroner of inquests has also been notified of the death and a police investigation has been launched.
A post-mortem examination will be undertaken in due course.