18/10/2019

Man Dies In East Belfast

An investigation has been launched following the death of a man in east Belfast.

Police said the man passed away in the Kings Road area on Thursday evening, 17 October.

Reports have emerged of a stabbing in the area, but police have not released any further details at this stage.



(JG/MH)

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