LISTEN: Murder probe launched after body found in north Belfast

By Q Radio News

Residents in a quiet street in North Belfast say they're shocked as a murder investigation is underway following the discovery of a man's body.

The remains were found in the Orient Gardens area at around 10 last night.

Two men aged 26 and 28 have been arrested.

The road remains cordoned off this morning and forensics are at the scene.

This woman who lives there says it's hard to comprehend what's happened on her doorstep.

Detective Chief Inspector Eamonn Corrigan would appeal to anyone who was in the area of Orient Gardens last night between 7pm and 10pm and who has any information that could assist police with their enquiries to contact Detectives on the non-emergency number 101 quoting reference 1380 18/04/18.  Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop Crime.

.@GerryKellyMLA tells us more about the incident in Orient Gardens in North Belfast. It’s understood a man was stabbed and died in the street. 2 men have been arrested. @qnewsdesk pic.twitter.com/zLfrg43CGC

— David Hunter (@davidhunter7) April 19, 2018

Speaking after the death of a man in Orient Gardens in North Belfast Sinn Féin MLA Gerry Kelly has appealed for anyone with information to bring it to the PSNI.

Gerry Kelly said: 

“News of this death has shocked the local area.

“While the circumstances of the man's death are unclear at this time, the PSNI have stated that they are treating the death as murder.

“I would appeal to anyone with information which may assist the police to bring it forward.” ENDS/CRÍOCH

Neighbours say they’re in shock after a man’s body was found in Orient Gardens in North Belfast last night. It’s still unclear what happened but 2 men have been arrested. Hear more on @qnewsdesk at 9. pic.twitter.com/AWtJMvB32B

— David Hunter (@davidhunter7) April 19, 2018

North Belfast MLA Nichola Mallon and Councillor Paul McCusker have urged anyone with information following the death of a man in North Belfast to go to the Police.

 

Ms Mallon said:

 

"There is real shock and sadness across North Belfast following the death of a man here. I understand that the police have now opened an investigation.

 

"The thoughts of all of us in the SDLP are with his family at this difficult time.

 

"Anyone with any information should contact the police urgently."

 

Cllr McCusker said:

 

"My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of this man. All of us here in North Belfast are upset to learn of this news.

 

"While the police continue their investigation, it is vitally important that anyone who saw anything at all around Orient Gardens yesterday evening should contact the PSNI."