27/06/2003

Man's body found in park

The body of a man has been found in a park on the outskirts of Coleraine.

The man's body was discovered by a passer-by at around 7am on Friday morning. The dead man, who had not been named on Friday afternoon, is believed to be in his mid to late 20's.

Police are investigating the death but do not suspect a crime at this stage.

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