07/12/2023

Man Arrested On Suspicion Of Odhran Kelly Murder

A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of the murder of Odhran Kelly.

Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Major Investigation Team, arrested the man on the evening of Thursday, 06 December.

The murder investigation was launched following the discovery of 23-year-old Mr Kelly’s body in the Edward Street area of Lurgan on Sunday, 3rd December.

Detective Chief Inspector Anthony Kelly said: “The investigation is at an early stage and we are continuing to interview people who remain in custody. I am keeping an open mind regarding the motive and am following a number of lines of enquiry.

"We would reiterate our appeal for anyone with information to contact us on 101, quoting reference 370 03/12/23."

Two women, aged 43 and 36, and another 31-year-old man, remain in custody at this time.


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