Murder investigation launched after sudden death in north Belfast
A woman in her 70s died in a house on the Shore Road
Last updated 3rd Jun 2025
A man has been arrested and a murder investigation launched after a woman was found dead at a house on the Shore Road in north Belfast.
Police say they were called to the property along with the ambulance service shortly before midnight on Monday.
A woman was pronounced dead at the scene in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
A man, aged in his 30s, was arrested on suspicion of murder, and remains in police custody.
In a further update on Tuesday, police named the woman as Marie Green and confirmed she was 71.
A PSNI spokesperson said: "“My thoughts are with Marie’s family and loved ones who are left trying to come to terms with their tragic loss.
“A man, aged 31, who was arrested on suspicion of murder, remains in police custody at this time.
“Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the exact circumstances, and I am appealing to anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to contact detectives on 101. Please quote reference 2020 of 02/06/25.”