Three arrested in relation to Brian McIlhagga murder

The 42-year-old father of five was shot by a masked gang in Ballymena in January 2015.

Published 1st Aug 2017
Last updated 2nd Aug 2017

The men aged 33, 34 and 49 are also arrested in connection with a paramilitary style shooting in March the same year.

Detective Chief Inspector Michael Harvey said: “The males were arrested in the North Antrim area today and have been taken to the Serious Crime Suite at Musgrave Police Station where they are currently assisting police with their enquiries."

The trio were later released unconditionally.