19/12/2012

Three Arrested In Connection With David Black Murder

A man and woman in Dublin have been arrested by Gardai in connection with the murder of prison officer David Black.

The PSNI also arrested another man in County Tyrone.

The 44-year-old-man and 31-year-old woman are being held at Ballymun Garda station in connection with the shooting.

The 38-year-old has also been detained and is being questioned in Antrim Serious Crime Suite.

Mr Black was shot dead last month as he was making his way to work at Maghaberry Prison.

(CD)

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