03/02/2006

Body found in Londonderry

The body of a man has been discovered in a flat in Londonderry earlier today.

The body, which is believed to be that of a 19-year-old man, was discovered at a flat in the Galliagh Park area of the city at around 12.35 this afternoon.

Police are launching an investigation into the cause of death, and have appealed for anyone who may have any information on the incident, or may have witnessed anything suspicious in the area, to contact them at Strand Road on 0845 600 8000, or on the Crimestoppers number on 0800 555 111.

(EF/SP)

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