02/09/2015

Man Arrested By Police Investigating Murder Of Kevin McGuigan

A man has been arrested in connection with the murder of Kevin McGuigan in August.

The 41-year-old is the 12th person to be arrested by police investigating the murder.

Mr McGuigan, 53, was shot dead outside his home in the Short Strand area.

Detective Chief Inspector John McVea said: "The suspect has been taken to the Serious Crime Suite at Antrim Police Station for questioning."

(CD)

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