Dublin Security Guards Restrain African Man to Death, Criticized as Ireland's George Floyd Case

Hundreds of protesters gathered outside the Irish parliament today, expressing outrage over the death of Yves Sakila, an African man who died after being restrained by security guards outside a department store in Dublin. The incident, which occurred on May 15, involved Sakila being held by security personnel after an alleged shoplifting event. Videos circulating on social media show at least five men restraining Sakila on the ground for nearly five minutes, with two pressing his face down and one appearing to place a knee on his head or neck. David Kaliba, a former classmate, called it 'Ireland's George Floyd moment,' referencing the 2020 death of George Floyd in the US. Sakila, originally from the Democratic Republic of Congo, was described as quiet and non-aggressive and had recently become homeless. The incident has prompted calls for a full investigation from Prime Minister Micheal Martin, as anti-immigrant protests have increased in Ireland in recent years.