Man freed on bail after being arrested in Co Down by detectives investigating Lisa Dorian disappearance
A 40-year-old man, arrested by detectives investigating the disappearance and murder of Lisa Dorrian, has been released on bail pending further enquiries.
The man was arrested in the coastal village of Millisle on the Ards Peninsula earlier today on suspicion of assisting offenders and withholding information.
Earlier in the day, Detective Chief Inspector Kerrie Foreman had said: “The arrest comes days after the 21st anniversary of Lisa’s disappearance and murder.
“It’s been 21 long and painful years for Lisa’s loving family.
"They have never given up their search for answers and justice and, likewise, our determination remains steadfast.
“I would appeal to anyone with information to contact us on 101.”
Last week a 40-year-old woman was arrested in Bangor and a 42-year-old man was arrested in Scotland.
They were both arrested on suspicion of murder, assisting offenders, withholding information and preventing a lawful and decent burial before being released on bail pending further inquiries.
Miss Dorrian, 25, was last seen at a party at in Ballyhalbert, a village several miles south of Millisle, on February 27, 2005.
Information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org