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25th Nov 2018

Murder investigation launched after young man found dead in Derry alleyway

Alan Loughnane

Belfast

Very sad news.

A murder investigation is underway after the body of a man was discovered in Creggan Street in Derry during the early hours of Sunday morning.

The man had sustained significant injuries to his head and body and a post mortem examination is due to be carried out to determine the cause of death,

Police have appealed for anyone with information, or anyone who was in the Creggan Street or Little Diamond area of the city late Saturday night or early Sunday morning to come forward.

Detective Chief Inspector Eamonn Corrigan said the public can contact detectives on 101 quoting reference 244 of 25/11/18.

Or they can alternatively pass information to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous.

An area between Creggan Street and Little Diamond remains closed on Sunday morning while police conduct follow-up enquiries into the incident.

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