Man charged with murder following fatal stabbing in south Belfast

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By Connor Stringer

A man has been charged with the murder of a 39-year-old woman found at a flat in the Haywood Avenue area of south Belfast.

The victim has been named as Emma Jane McParland who died following stabbing injuries sustained in the early hours of Wednesday morning.

The 21-year-old man was arrested after a murder enquiry was launched by the PSNI's Major Investigation Team.

 

Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Chief Inspector Darren McCartney said: “We can now name the victim as Emma Jane McParland who died from injuries following stabbing in the early hours of Wednesday morning. My thoughts go out to the victim’s family and friends at this tragic time.

“A 21-year-old male who was arrested as part of the investigation has now been charged with her murder and is due to appear in Belfast Magistrate Court shortly.

“I am keen to speak to anyone who was in the area of Haywood Avenue at around 1.30 am and saw or heard anything suspicious to contact Detectives from the Major Investigation Team at Ladas Drive Police Station on 101 quoting reference 106 22/04/20.  

"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.”

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