01/05/2019

Man Facing Murder Charge Over Niall Magee Stabbing

A 25-year-old man has been charged with the murder of Niall Magee.

Niall, 21, died after a stabbing incident at a house in the Cairn Walk area of Crumlin on Saturday morning, 27 April.

He was taken to hospital for his injuries but died on Sunday morning.

The man charged with murder is due to appear before Limavady Magistrates Court today, Wednesday 01 May.

Three other men, aged 19, 24 and 29, who were also arrested after the incident were released on bail pending further enquiries.



(JG/CM)

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