17/04/2013

Stanley McAuley Murder - Man Charged

A 32-year-old man has been charged with the murder of Stanley McAuley, who died after being found in an alleyway in Chamberlain Street in the early hours of Sunday morning.

41-year-old Mr McAuley was discovered by police at about 01:00 following reports of serious assault.

He was unconscious when police found him, and he was taken by ambulance to the Royal Victoria Hospital. Mr McAuley later died from his injuries.

The man is expected to appear in court in Belfast on Wednesday.

A 20-year-old woman also arrested in connection to the murder remains in custody.

Detectives are appealing for anyone who was in the Newtownards Road/Chamberlain Street area between 01:00 and 01:30 and who may have noticed any suspicious activity to contact them at Musgrave on 0845 600 8000.

Or, if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details, they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111.

(IT/CD)

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