05/04/2016

Woman's Body Found In Co Armagh Named

Police have launched a murder investigation after a woman's body was found at a flat in Lurgan, Co Armagh.

The body of Laura Marshall, 31, was found in the Victoria Street area on Sunday.

A 36-year-old man has been arrested and is currently being detained by police.

Detective Chief Inspector Eamonn Corrigan from Serious Crime Branch said: "I would appeal to anyone who may have seen or had any contact with Laura over the weekend to contact Detectives at Mahon Road on 101 or alternatively information can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

"I also want to hear from anyone who saw or heard any activity at Laura's home in Victoria Street over the weekend until yesterday evening at 5.30pm."

(CD/JP)

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