28/08/2024

Man Arrested In Connection With L'Derry Murder

Detectives investigating the "brutal" murder of a woman in L'Derry in the early hours of Saturday, 24 August, have made an arrest.

The PSNI have named the victim as 65-year-old Montserrat Martorell. She was found fatally wounded in a flat in the Harvey Street area, after emergency services responded to reports of a fire at the building.

A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody at Musgrave Serious Crime Suite.
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Detective Chief Inspector Anthony Kelly said: "Our investigation is moving at a fast pace, and I continue to appeal to anyone who may have any information to contact detectives on 101 and quote reference 225 24/08/24."

A report can be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting here or via the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or here.


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