Inquest Reveals Tragic Circumstances of Garda Detective’s Death by Suicide
The inquest into the death of Detective Superintendent Colm Fox concluded with a verdict of death by suicide, revealing he was under immense pressure from his work related to the Regency Hotel murder investigation. Fox took his life in February 2018 at Ballymun Garda Station. Coroner Dr. Myra Cullinane emphasized the need for improved mental health support within An Garda Síochána and endorsed the implementation of a ‘mental health first aid kit.’ His family expressed gratitude for the coroner’s findings, hoping recommendations will prevent similar tragedies in the future.