Murder probe launched after death of Belfast stab victim

Police have launched a murder inquiry after a man stabbed in north Belfast last month dies in hospital.
By Mark Rainey
Published 6th Feb 2022, 14:16 BST
Updated 6th Feb 2022, 14:48 BST
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Detectives from the PSNI’s Major Investigation Team are investigating the circumstances.

The dead man, aged 47, was taken to hospital from a house in the Oldpark area on January 7.

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Detective Chief Inspector John Caldwell said: “Police were called to a house in Harcourt Drive at around 6.15am on Friday 7 January following a report of a stabbing.

“The victim was taken to hospital for treatment but sadly succumbed to his injuries and passed away this morning, Sunday, February 6.

“A number of arrests were made in relation to this incident and our enquiries are ongoing.”

DCI Caldwell added: “I am appealing for anyone who has any information that could assist our investigation please get in touch.

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“If you were in the area of Harcourt Drive late on Thursday, January 6 or early on Friday, January 7, and saw or heard anything out of the ordinary please call 101 quoting reference number 188 07/01/22.”

A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport

Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org