Two arrested over murder of man in Lisburn

A police car outside an apartment block in Lisburn. Only the ground floor of the red brick building is visible in the photo. There are large windows around the front door and lights are on inside the building. The police car is yellow, blue and white and has the word "police" on the bonnet and side.

The victim was found with serious injuries at an apartment building in Lisburn

A murder inquiry has begun following the death of a man in Lisburn.

The 42-year-old victim was found with serious injuries at an apartment building in Wardsborough Road in the city centre on Monday morning.

He was given medical treatment at the scene and was taken to hospital where he later died.

A 38-year-old woman and 37-year-old man have both been arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in custody.

Det Insp Jill Angus said: "Although our investigation is at an early stage, we are working to establish the circumstances surrounding the man's death and to determine exactly what happened."

She explained that officers received a call for assistance at the property from the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service just before 01:00 BST on Monday.

Det Insp Angus said the two people in custody were "assisting detectives with their enquiries" and she appealed for anyone with information to contact the police.

"The community can expect to see an increased police presence in the Wardsborough area as officers conduct further enquiries into what happened," she added.

A Google Maps Streetview screengrab of an apartment block on Wardsborough Road, Lisburn on a bright day in 2021. The four-storey building is red brick with grey panelling or cladding on the top floor. Several cars are parked outside the flats. Google Maps

The apartment block, which was built about six years ago, opens on to Wardsborough Road

Sinn Féin Councillor Declan Lynch told BBC News NI it was "tragic" that a man had died and his "thoughts go out to the family and friends of the victim".

He added he would urge anyone with any information to contact the police to help them with their investigation.

Alliance councillor Nicola Parker said: "I am deeply saddened to learn about this horrifying incident, and my sympathies go out to the family and loved ones of the victim during this incredibly difficult time.

"This tragic incident has left many residents in the community feeling shocked and distressed, but I am confident they will unite during this challenging time."

Cordons remain in place near the scene and a police car was parked outside the apartment building on Monday night.

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