Murder probe launched as Castledawson man dies in hospital after Toomebridge assault
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James McDonagh from the Castledawson area died in the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast this afternoon.
Detectives from Serious Crime Branch have launched a murder investigation.
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Hide AdThree men aged 52, 24 and 20 who were arrested late last night in the Toomebridge area remain in custody in a Belfast police station.
The officer leading the murder investigation, Detective Chief Inspector Eamonn Corrigan, said: “It was reported that at around 2am on Sunday morning an altercation took place outside the Elk Inn. I am appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or anyone with any information that can assist with the investigation to contact the incident room at Magherafelt on the non-emergency number 101. Alternatively, anyone who does not wish to provide their personal details can call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”