04/04/2016

Man Arrested After Woman's Body Found In Co Armagh

A 36-year-old man has been arrested after a woman's body was discovered at a flat in Lurgan, Co Armagh.

Police found the body at a property in the Victoria Street area on Sunday.

A post-mortem is to be carried out to determine the cause of death.

Sinn Féin councillor Catherine Seeley said: "First and foremost my thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased.

"This tragic event has sent a wave of shock throughout the community in North Lurgan and beyond.

"It is very early for any details to be released and the PSNI should be allowed space to carry out their investigations.

"I would call on anyone with any information to contact the PSNI immediately."

(CD)

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