A murder investigation has been launched after three people were found dead at separate properties in Rathcoole and Whiteabbey.
Police say they believe the incidents are linked and have begun a double murder investigation.
A woman was found at a property in Derrycoole Way just after 11pm, following a report of a stabbing. And another woman and a man were discovered at a house on the Glenville Road. The man was unconscious but despite administering First Aid, he was pronounced dead. A dead woman was located inside the house.
“While we have launched a murder investigation, we are not looking for anyone else in connection with these incidents which we believe are connected.
“We would urge anyone with any information which may assist our investigation to contact 101 and quote reference number 2441 of 19/03/21. A report can also be made online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/.
“You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/” added. Detective Chief Inspector John Caldwell.