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Police and forensics at the scene of a sudden death in the Old Mill Drive area of Newtownabbey
Kurtis Reid and Gabrielle Swan
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A 40-year old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following a death in Co Antrim.
Police are currently at the scene in the Old Mill Drive area of Newtownabbey.
In a statement, a PSNI spokesperson said: “Detectives investigating a report of a suspicious death in the Old Mill Drive area of Newtownabbey have this evening, Sunday 12th October, made an arrest.
“One man, aged 40, has been arrested on suspicion of murder. He remains in custody at this time, assisting with police enquiries. A further update will be provided in due course.”
Police at the scene of a suspicious death in Newtownabbey (Photo by Kevin Scott)
Earlier on Sunday evening police said they were at the scene of a suspicious death.
On Monday speaking at the scene Sinn Fein councillor Taylor McGrann said it was “absolutely awful news”.
“All I can really say is my heart goes out to the family.
“My thoughts go out to all of the young woman’s family and friends at this time.”
Alliance councillor Billy Webb told the Belfast Telegraph: “I know the community of the Old Mill Drive very well and the general area very well and I know they will be absolutely shocked at what has happened.”
DUP councillor Matthew Brady said: “The community is deeply shocked and saddened by this tragic event.
“Our thoughts are with everyone affected as they come to terms with the loss.”