04/03/2019

Ian Ogle Murder Probe: Man Arrested At Manchester Airport

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering east Belfast man Ian Ogle.

The 32-year-old suspect was detained at Manchester Airport on Sunday evening, 03 March, before being brought to Northern Ireland for questioning.

Mr Ogle, 45, died after he was stabbed and beaten in the street near his home in Cluan Place on 27 January.

The latest arrest brings the number of people detained in relation to the killing to 15.

Detective Chief Inspector Peter McKenna said: "Following excellent partnership working with UK and international partners, the man was detained in Manchester Airport this evening.

"At this time, I would also reiterate my appeal for witnesses to this horrific murder. Ian Ogle was subjected to a brutal attack. His skull was fractured and he was savagely stabbed 11 times in the back before being left to die on the street. His family deserve justice."

A 33-year-old man appeared in court on 08 February charged with the murder.

Jonathan Brown, from McArthur Court in Belfast, denies the offence. He is due to appear in court again on 08 March.



(JG/CM)

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