A man in his 60s and a woman in her 50s were arrested at the scene and were originally held at Castlerea Garda Station, before being remanded in custody in court yesterday.

News of the man's death at Castlerea prison has emerged in recent hours.

Councillor Anthony Waldron has called for the introduction of radar sensor speed limit signs on all approach roads leading into Castlerea.

The speed of traffic passing through Castlerea is a cause of concern for many local people

Cllr Paschal Fitzmaurice has condemned the act, stating lifebuoys are there to save lives and anyone who removes or interferes with one is potentially risking someone's life.

Many people who are due to have their vehicles tested in the coming weeks are finding it almost impossible to get an appointment at their local NCT centre

According to Independent.ie, Carrick on Shannon and Castlerea both had some of the worst pass rates nationally.

The incidents occurred at four homes in Castlerea, Tulsk, Ballintubber and Castleplunkett.