N.I. murder victim named by P.S.N.I.

Police have launched a murder investigation after a man's body was found at his home in Glenwherry, County Antrimplaceholder image
Police have launched a murder investigation after a man's body was found at his home in Glenwherry, County Antrim

A man who was shot dead in his home in Northern Ireland has been named by the P.S.N.I.

A murder investigation was launched after 52-year-old David Murphy’s body was found at a farmhouse in Glenwherry – between Ballymena and Larne – around 1pm on Tuesday.

It is understood Mr. Murphy’s body was discovered by a neighbour who alerted police.

The PSNI said inquiries were being made by detectives from the Major Investigation Team to establish the circumstances of the death.

Police have launched a murder investigation after a man's body was found at his home in Glenwherry, County Antrimplaceholder image
Police have launched a murder investigation after a man's body was found at his home in Glenwherry, County Antrim

Detective Chief Inspector Geoff Boyce said: “A post mortem is due to take place this afternoon.

“Our enquiries are continuing and I would continue to appeal for anyone who has information which may assist our investigation to call us on the non-emergency number 101 quoting reference 544 of 19/02/19.”

“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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