Murder investigation launched following Enniskillen stabbing
The 18 year old victim died in hospital this morning
Police have launched a murder investigation following the death of a teenager from Enniskillen in Co Fermanagh.
The 18-year-old died in hospital on Monday morning.
He was injured during an altercation on the street in Coolcullen Meadow in Enniskillen on Saturday evening.
The PSNI said, “It had been reported an altercation was ongoing in the street involving a number of men who were brandishing weapons.”
“Police attended the scene and found two men - including the man who sadly passed away and another male, aged 24 - who had sustained wounds to their legs and who were subsequently hospitalised.”
“It is believed that another man involved in the incident had left the scene before officers arrived.''
A 19-year-old man was arrested and he has since been released on bail, pending further inquiries.
Detective chief inspector John Caldwell said, “Tragically, this morning, the 18-year-old male victim passed away in hospital and I want to express my condolences to the victim's family, friends and loved ones at this very sad time.”
“Our investigation continues this morning, and I am appealing to the public to help us establish exactly what happened and who was involved.''