Ian Ogle murder: Ninth suspect arrested in connection with brutal killing
Detectives investigating the murder of Ian Ogle in east Belfast on Sunday, January 27 have arrested a 38-year-old man on suspicion of murder.
It is understood he is the ninth suspect to be arrested in connection with the murder of the 45-year-old loyalist, who died after being stabbed 11 times when he was attacked by a gang of men as he prayed with a pastor in Cluan Place.
Police are investigating possible UVF involvement in the brutal killing.
A PSNI spokesperson said the 38-year-old man is currently in custody at Musgrave Serious Crime Suite.
Two men aged 36 and 22 who were arrested previously on suspicion of murder remain in custody.
A 21-year-old man arrested on Wednesday as part of the probe was released on bail pending further enquiries.
More than 1,000 people attended a vigil in memory of Mr Ogle on Wednesday, bringing the busy Albertbridge Road to a standstill.
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