Murder probe launched after body found at property in Crossmaglen
One man has been arrested after the victim was found with serious head injuries at a property in Crossmaglen
Detectives have launched a murder investigation following the death of a man in his 70s in Co Armagh.
One man has been arrested after the victim was found with serious head injuries at a property in Crossmaglen.
Detective Chief Inspector Anthony Kelly said: "Police received a report of the death of a man at a residential property in the Annaghmare Road area of the town shortly after 7pm on Saturday.
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"On arrival, officers located the body of a man with serious head injuries in the bathroom.
"Our inquiries are under way to establish the circumstances surrounding his death and officers remain at the scene.
"A 67-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is currently in police custody.
"I am appealing to anyone who believes they may have information which could assist us with our investigation to contact us on 101 quoting reference 1435 15/06/24."
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