UPDATE: The lady has now been identified and police and her family would like to thank everyone for their assistance.
Police are appealing for the public’s help in identifying a woman in her 60s or 70s who was found dead in Dunmurry.
The woman’s body was found in Seymour Hill Mews area by a member of the public shortly after 7.20am this morning (Sunday).
Police said they are not treating the death as suspicious at this stage, however they are unable to identify the woman.
They believe the woman may have gone missing within the last 24 to 48 hours and they are asking the public to think about any family members, neighbours or friends that they haven’t seen or heard from, and to check that they are safe and well.
Inspector Gray said: “We have carried out a number of enquiries at the scene and in the general Dunmurry area today and at this stage we do not believe the death of the woman to be suspicious.
“Unfortunately we have been unable to identify the deceased and I am appealing for assistance from the public,” said the Inspector.
She is white, aged between 65 to 75, with white hair, of slight build and she was found wearing a green anorak coat, navy trousers, black shoes, blue knitted jumper and distinctive glasses with yellow lenses.
“We think this lady is from the local area and may have walked to Seymour Hill Mews.
“If anyone can help us to identify this lady, or has information that could help with our enquiries, please contact officers in Lisburn on 101, quoting reference number 611 25/08/19,” added the Inspector.
