Murder enquiry launched after woman (39) stabbed to death

The PSNI has launched a murder inquiry after the discovery of a woman's body in a flat on Wednesday.
Andrew Quinn
By Andrew Quinn
Published 23rd Apr 2020, 13:52 BST
Updated 23rd Apr 2020, 13:52 BST
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The woman's body was discovered in the Haywood Avenue area of south Belfast.

The Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Chief Inspector Darren McCartney sent his condolences to the dead woman's family.

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“We can now name the victim as Emma Jane McParland who died from injuries following stabbing in the early hours of Wednesday morning.

PSNI officers pictured near the flat where the body of a woman was discovered on Wednesday. (Photo: Presseye)PSNI officers pictured near the flat where the body of a woman was discovered on Wednesday. (Photo: Presseye)
PSNI officers pictured near the flat where the body of a woman was discovered on Wednesday. (Photo: Presseye)

"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."

DCI McCartney added:“I am keen to speak to anyone who was in the area of Haywood Avenue at around 1.30am 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.

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"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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