The Australian Border Force (ABF) can confirm a male detainee has passed away at Villawood Immigration Detention Centre.
We express our condolences to the man’s family and friends.
The priority for the ABF is the health and safety of detainees and staff in all circumstances.
The matter has been referred for investigation to the appropriate agencies, including the NSW Coroner.
As this matter will be subject to ongoing investigation, it would not be appropriate to comment further.
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