Northern Ireland

Crossmaglen murder: Police granted additional time to question man following death of pensioner

Michael McConville (74) was found with serious injuries at his Crossmaglen home

PACEMAKER BELFAST 17/06/2024 A murder investigation has begun after a pensioner was found dead with serious head injuries in a house in Crossmaglen, County Armagh. The man in his 70s was found in the bathroom of a home on the Annaghmare Road on Saturday evening. A 67-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder. Enquiries are underway to establish the circumstances surrounding the man's death. Officers remain at the scene. Photo Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press
A murder investigation was launched after a pensioner was found dead with serious head injuries in Crossmaglen. PICTURE: ARTHUR ALISON/PACEMAKER PRESS
By Suzanne McGonagle