Murder probe under way after Co Down stabbing

murder probe under way in Bangor
Author: Nigel GouldPublished 14th Jul 2021

A 53-year-old man has been stabbed to death in Bangor in the early hours of the morning (Wednesday).

Police have arrested a 35-year-old man on suspicion of murder.

Detective Chief Inspector Michelle Shaw said: "We received a report, just after midnight, that a man in his 50s had been attacked at a property on Beatrice Road.

"Officers attended but sadly the man was pronounced dead at the scene.

"A murder investigation is now under way.

"Our inquiries are at any early stage and I would appeal to anyone with any information that can assist our investigation, or anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in the area around that time, to contact us on 101 quoting reference number 23 14/07/21.''