10/08/2004

Body found in Larne

One person has been arrested after the body of a man was found in Larne, Co Antrim early this morning.

The body, thought to be that of a man in his 30s, was discovered at a house in Roddens Lane, shortly before 6am on Tuesday.

Police are treating the man's death as suspicious, however they do not believe the death was paramilitary-related.

Anyone with information is asked to contact detectives in Larne on 028 9065 0222.

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