23/08/2017

Investigation Launched After Sudden Death Of Teenager In Portadown

Police have launched an investigation following the sudden death of a teenager in Portadown.

It is believed the body of the 16-year-old boy was found at his house on Tuesday, 22 August.

A post-mortem examination is to be carried out to determine the cause of his death.

No further details have been released.

(CD/LM)

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