Man in court charged with murder of brother in west Belfast

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Shane Lowry died after a stabbing incident in west Belfast

Bernie Allen
BBC News NI

A 32-year-old man has appeared in court charged with the murder of his brother following a fatal stabbing in west Belfast on Thursday.

Martin Lowry, of no fixed abode, appeared before Lisburn Magistrates' Court on Saturday charged with murder and possession of a blade or point.

Shane Lowry, who was in his 30s, died following the incident in Mulberry Park in Twinbrook.

During the brief hearing, Mr Lowry, who was dressed in a grey tracksuit, spoke only to confirm his name and date of birth.

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Martin Lowry, of no fixed abode, appeared before Lisburn Magistrates' Court

The judge asked if there was a connection between the accused and the victim. The court heard that they were brothers.

Police told the court they could connect Mr Lowry to the charges.

There was no application for bail and Mr Lowry is due to appear in court again on 15 September.

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