22/11/2019

Murder Probe Launched Over Bangor Death

Police have launched a murder investigation after a man was found dead at his home in Bangor.

A post mortem examination was carried out after Michael Kerr was discovered dead in suspicious circumstances in Birch Drive on Tuesday night, 19 November.

Detective Chief Inspector Michelle Shaw said: "My thoughts are with his family at this difficult time and I am appealing to the public for information. I would particularly like to hear from anyone who knew Mr Kerr or who saw him in the days leading up to Tuesday, when his body was discovered. If you saw anything suspicious in the area, please let me know."

Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is asked to contact non-emergency line 101 or alternatively via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.



(JG/CM)

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