A family's tragedy: We told HSE our brother would kill himself

The death of Caoilte O Broin highlights serious shortfalls in mental health services

Una Butlers husband John killed himself and their daughters in 2010 Picture: Clare Keogh
Caoilte O Broin

The body of Caoilte O Broin was found in the river Liffey last Saturday, January 2. O Broin had suffered from mental health problems for a number of years.

He was getting treatment, but his mental health deteriorated to the point that his family locked their doors at night. They were desperate for help, ...