What to know about the death of Congolese man in Ireland
The death of a Congolese man in Dublin has sparked calls for justice from hundreds of people in Ireland. Yves Sakila, who was restrained by security guards outside a department store, was pronounced dead after being unresponsive when police arrived. Activists have drawn parallels between Sakila's death and the killing of George Floyd, emphasizing the need for accountability.
- ▪Yves Sakila was restrained by security guards outside Arnotts department store in Dublin on May 15.
- ▪He was unresponsive when police arrived and later pronounced dead at a hospital.
- ▪Activists are calling for justice, stating that Sakila did not deserve to die over an alleged theft.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onWhat to know about the death of Congolese man in IrelandHundreds of people in Ireland are calling for justice after the death of a Congolese man restrained by security guards in DublinByThe Associated PressMay 22, 2026, 7:10 AM0:56LONDON -- Hundreds of people in Ireland are calling for justice after the death of a Congolese man who was restrained by security guards outside a Dublin department store.Activists said disturbing video of Yves Sakila in distress as he was pinned to the sidewalk was reminiscent of the killing of George Floyd by police officers in Minneapolis in 2020.Sakila, 35, had been…
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