Police launch murder investigation following death of man in Strabane

Police at the scene in Ballymagorry.

Detectives have launched a murder investigation, and made an arrest, following the death of a man in Strabane.Police said they received a report just after 11.30pm last night, Sunday 6 October, of an assault in the Victoria Road area of Ballymagorry. Detective Inspector Hazel Miller said: “Sadly, the victim passed away in the early hours of this morning.“While our investigation is at an early stage, I can confirm that a 24-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the murder and he remains in custody at this time."Officers remain at the scene as we continue our enquiries, and a number of road closures are in place. “We will provide a further update in due course.”Detectives are appealing to anyone who was in the Victoria Road area on Sunday night between 6pm and midnight, or who may have captured CCTV, dash cam or mobile footage, to contact them on 101 quoting reference 1670 of 06/10/24.Information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers, with total anonymity, on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

SDLP MLA Daniel McCrossan posted on social media: "The A5 remains closed this morning at Ballymagorry. It is not possible to pass through the village.

"Can I kindly ask people to seek alternative routes for their journey and to be patient with the local authorities. This is a very serious incident and will take time."

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