DETECTIVES investigating an incident at a house in Donard Drive in Lisburn, on Tuesday, February 1, have launched a murder investigation.

It follows the death of 53 year old Eugene McCormack yesterday, Tuesday, February 8.

Detective Inspector Gina Quinn said: “Eugene was assaulted during the incident, which occurred at around 3.30pm last Tuesday afternoon, and was taken to hospital where tragically he passed away.

“A 30 year old man is currently on remand in prison in connection with the matter.

“Our enquiries are continuing at this time and I would appeal to anyone with any information or footage that could be of use to our investigation, to contact detectives at Ladas Drive on 101 quoting reference 1171 01/02/22.

“Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/.”