04/04/2007

Police investigate ‘suspicious’ death in Strabane

Police in Strabane are investigating the suspicious death of a 43-year-old woman in the town.

The body of the woman was discovered in a house in the Churchview area of Strabane, County Tyrone last night.

It is understood a man is currently assisting police with their enquiries.

There are no further details at present.

(JM/SP)

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