Murder investigation begins after man (28) is stabbed in Downpatrick

A murder investigation has been launched after a 28-year-old man died following a stabbing incident in Downpatrick this morning (Monday, 3 January).

The man was stabbed in the Church Street area of the town at around 11am.


Detective Chief Inspector, John Caldwell said the man was pronounced dead at the scene.

A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of murder.

“I would appeal to anyone with information which could assist in our investigation or who may have dash cam footage to contact us on 101 quoting reference number 497 of 03/01/22.

“A report can also be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org/,” added the Detective Chief Inspector.

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