Yves Sakila's funeral to take place in Democratic Republic of the Congo

Yves Sakila fell ill and died following an alleged shoplifting incident in Dublin. Picture: Facebook

The body of Yves Sakila, who fell ill and died following an alleged shoplifting incident in Dublin, will be flown home to the Democratic Republic of the Congo for his funeral in the coming days.

The 35-year-old died on May 15 at the Mater Hospital.