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BreakingNews.ie
3 days ago
- General
- BreakingNews.ie
Police launch murder probe after death of woman in north Belfast
Police have launched a murder inquiry following the death of a woman in north Belfast. The woman, aged in her 60s, was pronounced dead at a house in the Shore Road area in the early hours of Tuesday. Advertisement A man, aged in his 30s, has been arrested on suspicion of murder. Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland's Major Investigation Team have launched a murder investigation following the death of a woman in a house in the Shore Road area of north Belfast: — Police North Belfast (@PSNIBelfastN) June 3, 2025 A police spokesperson said officers, along with the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, responded to a report received just before midnight. 'Sadly, a woman, aged in her 60s, was pronounced dead at the scene in the early hours of this morning, Tuesday June 3,' they said. 'A man, aged in his 30s, was arrested on suspicion of murder, and remains in police custody at this time.' Advertisement


Daily Record
19-05-2025
- Daily Record
'Enough is enough': MSP says death of East Kilbride teen 'has stunned Scotland' as local politicians pay tribute
Monica Lennon MSP said "enough is enough" as she paid tribute to tragic East Kilbride teenager Kayden Moy. The 16-year-old was found wounded at Irvine Beach on Saturday night and was rushed to Crosshouse Hospital but died on Sunday morning - a "heartbreaking tragedy" the politician said "will stun East Kilbride and Scotland". The Central Scotland Labour MSP was among local politicians who paid tributes online following the shock death. Emergency services were called to the beauty spot in Ayrshire on Saturday evening after receiving reports of a seriously injured youth. Sadly 16-year-old Kayden Moy died in Crosshouse Hospital on Sunday, May 18. A 17-year-old male has now been arrested following the incident as the investigation continues. Kayden's devastated dad Paul Moy led heartbreaking tributes to the youngster yesterday saying: "My first born son, my big boy, my best friend, my main man, my everything, rest easy my boy." Commenting on the tragedy, Ms Lennon said: "It's devastating that 16-year-old Kayden Moy went to the beach and never came home, robbed of his life and future. "I extend my sincere condolences to Kayden's heartbroken family and friends. This heartbreaking tragedy will stun East Kilbride and Scotland. Enough is enough." MSP for East Kilbride Collette Stevenson posted: "This is absolutely tragic. My heart goes out to Kayden's family and friends. Police are appealing for witnesses and are carrying out intensive investigations into the incident." South Lanarkshire Council Leader and Scottish Parliamentary election candidate for East Kilbride, Joe Fagan wrote: "This is awful news. Our community is shocked and will be thinking of Kayden's family. "Police have set up a website that allows members of the public to send information directly to their Major Investigation Team. The portal can be accessed at A spokesperson for Police Scotland said: "Following enquiries into the death of a 16-year-old male on a beach in Irvine on Saturday, May 17, officers have arrested a 17-year-old male. "Enquiries into the death are ongoing." *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here.


The Sun
18-05-2025
- The Sun
Tragedy as teenager, 16, dies after being ‘stabbed to death' at Scots beach
A TEENAGER has tragically died after being "stabbed to death" at a Scots beach. Mercy crews raced to Irvine Beach, in North Ayrshire, on Saturday after the alarm was raised around 6:45pm. 1 The 16-year-old, from East Kilbride, was rushed to hospital but could not be saved. He died today and his family are aware. Cops are appealing to anyone who may have mobile phone footage to get in touch. Detectives have also set up a website that gives members of the public access to a form to send information directly to the Major Investigation Team, which can be submitted anonymously. Elsewhere, in a separate incident, a teenager was charged with attempted murder after a lad was allegedly knifed at Edinburgh's Portobello Beach. Armed cops were called at around 7.40pm on Friday following reports of a "large-scale disturbance". It comes as thousands flocked to beaches across the country amid scorching 24C temperatures. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Detective Chief Inspector Campbell Jackson, Major Investigations Team, said: 'An extensive investigation is underway to establish the full circumstances surrounding this death. Our officers are supporting the boy's family at this very difficult and heartbreaking time. 'From our investigation so far, we know there were a number of people on the beach around the time of the disturbance. We believe several of them were filming at the time and may have footage of what happened. 'I would urge people to review the footage they have and contact police if they think the footage captured could be of significance to our investigation.' Knifeman on loose as 5 stabbed 'at London party' in early hours sparking major hunt Superintendent Jim McMillan said: "We understand this death will be of great concern for the local community, but please be assured that we are doing everything we can to identify those involved. "There will be additional patrols in the area as we carry out our enquiries and anyone with any concerns can approach these officers.' Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 3106 of Saturday, 17 May, 2025. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.


STV News
09-05-2025
- STV News
Woman found injured near scene of murder after man 'slashed and stabbed'
A woman was found injured near the scene of a murder in Glasgow, where a man was 'slashed and stabbed' to death. Emergency services were called to the property on Caldwell Avenue in the Knightswood area of the city around 3.35pm on Monday following reports of concern for a person. Josh Taplin was discovered dead inside, and detectives are treating the 28-year-old's death as murder. It is understood that he was slashed and stabbed before his death. A woman was also found with injuries in the Caldwell Avenue area around the time of the murder. She was taken to hospital and released following treatment. STV News The young boxer was discovered dead inside his home. Police are said to be following a positive line of enquiry in relation to the murder probe. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: 'A 41-year-old woman was found with injuries in the Caldwell Avenue area of Glasgow and was taken to hospital. 'She was later released following treatment.' A GoFundMe has been set up to support his family with funeral costs, with nearly £30,000 raised in less than 24 hours. Detective chief inspector Graham McCreadie, of the Major Investigation Team, said: 'Our thoughts are with the family of Josh at what is a very difficult time. They are being supported by specialist officers. 'It is vital that we find answers for them and we are appealing for information as our enquiries continue. 'If you were in the area at the time and saw anything that could assist with our investigation, then please get in touch, no matter how small that piece of information might be. 'In particular, I am asking people to check private CCTV footage and see if anything has been captured that could be important. Likewise, if you were driving in the area and have dash-cam that could assist, please contact us. 'We believe this is an isolated incident and there is no threat to the wider public. Officers remain in the area and anyone with concerns can speak to them.' Those with information are asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2069 of Monday, May 5. People wishing to remain anonymous can call 0800 555 111. A dedicated Major Incident Public Portal has also been set up and information can be passed anonymously on the following link – Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country


Scottish Sun
08-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
Cops closing in on maniac who stabbed footie starlet to death at Glasgow home
It's understood that detectives have identified the culprit It's understood that detectives have identified the culprit NET CLOSING Cops closing in on maniac who stabbed footie starlet to death at Glasgow home COPS are closing in on a maniac who stabbed a footie starlet to death before throttling a woman in a bloodbath rampage. Josh Taplin, 28, was found bleeding to death in his living room after being knifed by someone he knew. 2 The net is closing in on Josh Taplin's killer, it is understood Credit: John Kirkby 2 Detectives have reportedly identified the culprit Credit: John Kirkby Neighbours said a 41-year-old woman was seen screaming in the street with a ligature around her neck after the attempted strangulation in the same incident. She was taken to hospital for treatment and later released but gas engineer Josh could not be saved after Monday afternoon's horror assault in Knightswood, Glasgow. It's understood that detectives have identified the culprit, and the net is closing on the killer. A spokesperson for Police Scotland said: "We are following a positive line of enquiry." A local source said: "The killer was known to Josh. "It's sickening. He was a thoroughly decent guy from a nice family." Police are supporting the ex-Hamilton Accies youth star's loved ones. They appealed for CCTV and dashcam footage. Detective Chief Inspector Graham McCreadie, of the Major Investigation Team, said: "Our thoughts are with the family of Josh at a very difficult time. It is vital we find answers for them." Josh's girlfriend Toni Stewart, 23, shared a picture of the couple online. Police Scotland launch inquiry into Knightswood death as forensics enter house In a touching tribute, she wrote: "He was the best thing that ever happened to me. I'll love him till the day I die." Well-wishers had last night raised more than £20,000 for his family in an online appeal. Josh previously won the United Schools Cup with team-mates at Chryston High, in Coatbridge, Lanarkshire. He was also a talented boxer. Accies secretary Scott Struthers said: "Awful news." Auchengeich Boxing Club, in Stepps, Glasgow, said: "We are devastated."