Antrim murder: victim named
Last updated 21st Oct 2022
Police have named the victim of a "brutal killing" in Antrim as father-of-three Liam Christie.
The PSNI launched a murder investigation on Thursday following the discovery of a body in a house in the Craighill area.
Mr Christie had a partner and three sons.
Detective Inspector Rachel Wilson said: "I can confirm today the deceased is 44-year-old Liam Christie.
"He was shot up to four times at close range in a house where he had been residing in recent weeks.
"This is a brutal killing and I'm appealing for information to help bring the perpetrator or perpetrators to justice."
DCI Wilson said a man had been arrested.
She added: “I have already received information that a member of the public heard possible gunshots at around 2am on Thursday but believed it was fireworks. I would be keen to establish if anyone else heard any unusual noises around this time?
“Liam’s three sons and his partner are trying to come to terms with the loss of Liam in such violent circumstances. And the Craighill community are also shocked at such a brutal murder taking place in their area.
“A 31 year old man has been arrested and is still assisting police with enquiries.
“I would appeal for anyone with any information, no matter how insignificant they think it is, to please bring it to police by calling 101."