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14/09/2004
Murder inquiry launched in Co Londonderry
Police have begun a murder inquiry after the body of a man was found at a farmhouse in Co Londonderry.
Patrick Devine's body was discovered at the Claudy farmhouse shortly after 12pm on Monday. It is understood that he suffered a gunshot wound to the head.
Detectives have confirmed that several holes were discovered in the kitchen window of the house where his body was found. A motive for the killing has yet to be established.
A post mortem examination is scheduled to be carried out later today while forensic experts are expected to continue their search of the property.
(MB/GMCG)
Patrick Devine's body was discovered at the Claudy farmhouse shortly after 12pm on Monday. It is understood that he suffered a gunshot wound to the head.
Detectives have confirmed that several holes were discovered in the kitchen window of the house where his body was found. A motive for the killing has yet to be established.
A post mortem examination is scheduled to be carried out later today while forensic experts are expected to continue their search of the property.
(MB/GMCG)
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