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Statement: Death of detainee at Yongah Hill Immigration Detention Centre

Border Operations 16/06/2022
The Australian Border Force (ABF) confirms a male detainee from Yongah Hill Immigration Detention Centre in Western Australia has passed away.

​​​​​​The Australian Border Force (ABF) confirms a male detainee from Yongah Hill Immigration Detention Centre in Western Australia has passed away. 

 We express our condolences to the man's family and friends.

 The ABF's priority is the health and safety of all detainees and staff.

 ​The matter has been referred for investigation to the appropriate agencies.

 As this matter will be subject to ongoing investigation, it would not be appropriate to comment further.