Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Major Investigation Team, who launched a murder investigation following the death of a man in Newtownards, have named the deceased as 50-year-old Mark Dorrian.
Detective Chief Inspector Neil McGuinness said:
“A murder investigation was launched after a report was received that a man was unconscious inside a flat in the West Street area, just before 1.50am on Thursday, 26th December.
"Mark sadly died later in hospital having sustained a number of injuries, including head injuries. A post-mortem examination will take place in due course.
“Three people - two women, aged 58 and 33, and a man, aged 36 - were arrested on suspicion of murder. They all remain in police custody at this time, with detectives being granted a 36 hour extension to question them this afternoon, Friday 27th December."
Detective Chief Inspector McGuinness continued:
“My thoughts at this time are first and foremost with Mark's friends and family.
“Our investigation is at an early stage and enquiries are ongoing to establish the exact circumstances. I am asking anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to contact detectives on 101. Please quote reference 98 of 26/12/24”
A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport. Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.