Menu
31/01/2007
Three released in Bangor murder probe
The three men who were being questioned in connection with the murder of Bangor man Mark Christie in August last year, have been released without charge.
Mr Christie, 36, from the Whitehall area of the town, was chased through the Kilcooley estate by up to six men on August 22, 2006.
Mr Christie was eventually caught and beaten to death by the gang. Police believe that a machete may have been used in the murder.
It is understood that the victim had been given a suspended jail term after being charged with assault the week before he was murdered.
A number of people have been questioned over the murder, however as yet, no one has been charged.
(EF)
Mr Christie, 36, from the Whitehall area of the town, was chased through the Kilcooley estate by up to six men on August 22, 2006.
Mr Christie was eventually caught and beaten to death by the gang. Police believe that a machete may have been used in the murder.
It is understood that the victim had been given a suspended jail term after being charged with assault the week before he was murdered.
A number of people have been questioned over the murder, however as yet, no one has been charged.
(EF)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
19 November 2024
Three Arrested In Connection With £250,000 Drug Seizure
Detectives from the PSNI's Organised Crime Unit have made a significant drug seizure, arresting three individuals and recovering approximately £250,000 worth of suspected Class B controlled drugs. The arrests were made on Monday, 18 November, following a series of operations.
Three Arrested In Connection With £250,000 Drug Seizure
Detectives from the PSNI's Organised Crime Unit have made a significant drug seizure, arresting three individuals and recovering approximately £250,000 worth of suspected Class B controlled drugs. The arrests were made on Monday, 18 November, following a series of operations.
20 November 2024
Three Arrested in L'Derry For Drug Offences
Police in L'Derry have arrested three people and seized drugs worth an estimated £600. The arrests were made following a proactive policing operation in the city. On Monday, 18 November, officers observed suspicious behaviour from a 39-year-old man and a 36-year-old woman in the Strand Road area.
Three Arrested in L'Derry For Drug Offences
Police in L'Derry have arrested three people and seized drugs worth an estimated £600. The arrests were made following a proactive policing operation in the city. On Monday, 18 November, officers observed suspicious behaviour from a 39-year-old man and a 36-year-old woman in the Strand Road area.
15 September 2006
Two released in Bangor murder probe
Two men arrested in connection with the murder of a man in County Down last month, have been released without charge. The men were arrested yesterday by detectives investigating the murder of 36-year-old Mark Christie who died after being seriously assaulted in Bangor.
Two released in Bangor murder probe
Two men arrested in connection with the murder of a man in County Down last month, have been released without charge. The men were arrested yesterday by detectives investigating the murder of 36-year-old Mark Christie who died after being seriously assaulted in Bangor.
24 August 2006
Three arrested over Bangor murder
Three men have now been arrested in connection with the murder of a man in Bangor, County Down on Tuesday evening. Mark Christie, 36, was found on the road near the junction of Owen Roe Drive in the Kilcooley Estate, and the Millisle Road in Bangor, shortly after 11pm.
Three arrested over Bangor murder
Three men have now been arrested in connection with the murder of a man in Bangor, County Down on Tuesday evening. Mark Christie, 36, was found on the road near the junction of Owen Roe Drive in the Kilcooley Estate, and the Millisle Road in Bangor, shortly after 11pm.
30 January 2007
Three men arrested in connection with Christie murder
The police major investigations team along with uniformed police officers in Bangor District Command Unit have arrested three men in connection with the murder of Mark Christie last year. A spokesperson for the PSNI conformed that the three men were arrested in the Bangor, County Down, earlier today, however there are no further details as yet.
Three men arrested in connection with Christie murder
The police major investigations team along with uniformed police officers in Bangor District Command Unit have arrested three men in connection with the murder of Mark Christie last year. A spokesperson for the PSNI conformed that the three men were arrested in the Bangor, County Down, earlier today, however there are no further details as yet.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
