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Tom Niland, severely injured in Sligo burglary last year, dies

Incident in Co Sligo last January left Tom Niland on life support with severe injuries

Tom Niland, who was in his 70s, was injured during a burglary of his home near Skreen in Co Sligo in January 2022.
Tom Niland, who was in his 70s, was injured during a burglary of his home near Skreen in Co Sligo in January 2022.
Sat Sept 30 2023 - 14:15

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