Police name Portadown murder victim

Police investigating the murder of a woman in Portadown have named the victim.

She was Alesia Nazarova.

The 37-year old was pronounced dead at the scene of a house fire in the town's Church Street area on Tuesday.

On Friday, a PSNI spokesperson said: "Sadly, Alesia, who was 37 years old, was pronounced dead at the scene.

“A second female occupant was taken to hospital for treatment and has since been discharged.

“A 25-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder, attempted murder, and arson with intent to endanger life. He remains in custody at this time.

“Our investigation continues, and I am appealing to anyone with information, or who witnessed anything untoward, to please get in touch. Likewise, if you have captured dash cam footage, please contact detectives on 101 quoting reference number 92 of 21/03/23.”