A man who was severely injured in a burglary last year has died.
Tom Niland, who was in his 70s, was injured during a burglary of his home near Skreen in Co Sligo in January 2022.
The burglary left Mr Niland on life support with severe injuries.
Gardaí confirmed he died on Saturday morning.
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A spokesman said: “May he rest in peace. The family of Tom Niland have appealed for their privacy at this time.”
Three men had been charged in relation to the incident. – PA