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Irish Times
03-06-2025
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- Irish Times
Man (31) arrested as PSNI launch murder investigation into death of woman (71) in Belfast
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has launched a murder investigation after the death of a woman in a house in the Shore Road area of North Belfast. The woman has been named by police as Marie Green (71). She was pronounced dead at the scene in the early hours of Tuesday morning. A 31-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody. The PSNI and the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service attended the scene in response to a call out just before midnight. READ MORE The PNSI's Major Investigation Team is leading the inquiry. PSNI detective inspector Jennifer Rea, said: 'My thoughts are with Marie's family and loved ones who are left trying to come to terms with their tragic loss. 'A man who was arrested on suspicion of murder, remains in police custody at this time. 'Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the exact circumstances, and I am appealing to anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to contact detectives.' Earlier on Tuesday, cordons were in place at the front and back of the house as forensic officers carried out detailed examinations. Neighbours were alerted when police vehicles arrived at the house facing Loughside Park. North Belfast DUP MLA Philip Brett said there was 'massive shock and sadness' in the community following the incident.
Irish Times
03-06-2025
- General
- Irish Times
Man (30s) arrested as PSNI launch murder investigation into death of woman in Belfast
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has launched a murder investigation after the death of a woman in a house in the Shore Road area of North Belfast. The woman, in her 60s, was pronounced dead at the scene in the early hours of Tuesday morning. A man, in his 30s, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody. The PSNI and the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service attended the scene in response to a call out just before midnight. The PNSI's Major Investigation Team is leading the inquiry. READ MORE Earlier on Tuesday, cordons were in place at the front and back of the house as forensic officers carried out detailed examinations. Neighbours were alerted when police vehicles arrived at the house facing Loughside Park. North Belfast DUP MLA Philip Brett said there was 'massive shock and sadness' in the community following the incident.
Irish Times
03-06-2025
- General
- Irish Times
Police investigate sudden death of woman in Belfast
Police are investigating the sudden death of a woman in Belfast on Tuesday morning. Cordons remain in place at the front and back of the house in the Shore Road area in the north of the city, as forensic officers carry out detailed examinations. It is understood one man has been arrested after being detained at the scene. Neighbours were alerted when police vehicles arrived at the house facing Loughside Park at around 1am on Tuesday. READ MORE North Belfast DUP MLA, Philip Brett, said there was 'massive shock and sadness' in the community following the incident. 'I have spoken with the police and they will be releasing a statement later today,' he said. 'My thoughts and prayers are with all those impacted.' A spokeswoman for the Police Service of Northern Ireland confirmed an update in the investigation will be provided today.
