09/08/2017

Man Released On Bail Over Lurgan Murder

A man arrested in connection with a murder in Lurgan on Sunday, 06 August, has been released on bail pending further enquiries.

The body of a man, aged 45, was discovered at a flat on Victoria Street.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/JP)

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