19/03/2004

Man's body found in Belfast

A man's body has been found in south Belfast.

It was discovered in the Botanic Avenue area of the city early this morning.

A post mortem examination is expected to be carried out later today.

The man is thought to have been homeless.

There is no more information at present.

(MB)

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