Murder probe launched after woman dies in Finaghy

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 51-year-old woman died in south Belfast.

Published 21st Oct 2017
Last updated 21st Oct 2017

The men aged 23 and 27 were detained in south Belfast on Saturday.

Police responded to reports of a woman in in distress in the garden of a house in Ardmore Avenue around 7am.

The street remained cordoned off for most of Saturday while detectives from serious crime branch investigation the circumstances surrounding the death.

Detective Chief Inspector Geoffrey Boyce said: "A woman was discovered injured in the rear garden of a property in the area.

"Despite attempts by emergency services at the scene the woman died from her injuries.

“Two men, aged 23 and 27, were arrested at an address in south Belfast a short time later on suspicion of murder and remain in police custody at this time.

“I am appealing for anyone who was in the Ardmore Avenue area of Finaghy last night or early this morning and who witnessed any suspicious activity or any vehicles driving in the area to contact detectives at Musgrave Police Station on 101 quoting reference 338 21/10/17.

"Or, alternatively if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111."