Murder probe launched after man dies in Belfast City Centre
Police have launched a murder investigation after a man died following an altercation in Belfast City Centre in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Last updated 3rd Apr 2017
The 31-year-old victim died in hospital from injuries sustained in the incident, which happened on Donegall Street shortly before 1am.
Police have named him as Paul McCready from north Belfast.
A 30-year-old man has been arrested and is being questioned by police.
Detectives have appealed for any potential witnesses to contact them.
Detective Chief Inspector Geoffrey Boyce said: “We know that a large number of people were in the vicinity of the Donegall Street/Waring Street junction at around the time this incident took place.
“I would appeal to those people who haven’t yet got in touch with the investigation team to please do so. We are keen to gather as much information as possible about the circumstances and events that occurred here early on Sunday morning.
“Investigators can be contacted by calling 101 and quoting reference number 94 of 02/04/17.
“If someone would prefer to provide information without leaving their name they can contact the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.”