A prisoner is in critical condition after he tried to hang himself in his cell.

The police said the prisoner was found this morning at 11.30am. Correctional officers and a paramedical team gave him first aid before he was transferred to Mater Dei Hospital by ambulance.

An inquiry is being held.

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