PSNI launches murder inquiry following sudden death in Lurgan

Edward Street has been closed

Investigations are continuing
Author: Hannah PattersonPublished 3rd Dec 2023
Last updated 3rd Dec 2023

A murder investigation was launched in Lurgan today (Sunday) after an incident in the Edward Street area of the Co Armagh town.

Two women, aged 35 and 43, and a 31 year old man, have been arrested on suspicion of murder.

Police said the three people were in custody assisting them with their inquiries.

Edward Street remained closed and the PSNI said further updates would be provided in due course.

In a statement police added" Detectives would ask anyone who was in the Edward Street or Francis Street areas between 2am and 5am on Sunday, and who noticed any suspicious activity or who may have captured dash-cam footage which could assist with the investigation, to contact them on 101, quoting reference number 370 03/12/23.

"A report can also be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form viahttp://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/or you can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online athttp://crimestoppers-uk.org/.