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09/07/2015
Senior Loyalist Killed And Another Critical In South Belfast Attack
A senior loyalist has been killed and another man is in a critical condition in hospital after being attacked in south Belfast.
The incident occurred in Kirkistown Walk in Belvoir on Wednesday night.
It is believed Colin 'Bap' Lindsay, 47, was a well known member of the Ulster Defence Association (UDA).
The incident is not believed to have been a terrorist-related attack or part of any loyalist feud.
A 46-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder.
He remains in police custody.
(CD/JP)
The incident occurred in Kirkistown Walk in Belvoir on Wednesday night.
It is believed Colin 'Bap' Lindsay, 47, was a well known member of the Ulster Defence Association (UDA).
The incident is not believed to have been a terrorist-related attack or part of any loyalist feud.
A 46-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder.
He remains in police custody.
(CD/JP)
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