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07/11/2024
74-Year-Old Man Dies Following Serious Assault in Antrim
Police have confirmed the tragic death of a 74-year-old man who was the victim of a serious assault on Station Road in Antrim on Saturday, 2nd November. The deceased has been identified as Tony Miskimmon.
Detective Inspector Sean Armstrong said: "I would like to offer my deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Tony at this very sad time. Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding Tony’s death and I would appeal to anyone who was in the area of Station Road, Antrim on Saturday 2nd November between 7pm and 8pm and may have witnessed this incident, or has any other information that would assist with our enquiries to please get in touch.
“I also urge anyone who may have dash cam or mobile phone footage to share this with us. Detectives can be contacted on 101 quoting reference number 1413 02/11/2024."
A 21-year-old man was arrested in connection with the incident and appeared before Coleraine Magistrates' Court on Monday, 4th November. All charges, including any potential additional charges, will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service in due course.
“I also urge anyone who may have dash cam or mobile phone footage to share this with us. Detectives can be contacted on 101 quoting reference number 1413 02/11/2024."
A 21-year-old man was arrested in connection with the incident and appeared before Coleraine Magistrates' Court on Monday, 4th November. All charges, including any potential additional charges, will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service in due course.
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