A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Portrush this morning.
Police were called to the Bath Terrace area of the Co Antrim town at around 2.20am on Monday, July 18, following reports that an injured male had been discovered.
Officers closed sections of the the Church Pass, Bath Terrace, and Bath Street areas while investigations took place, with pedestrian access also being stopped on Bath Street and Arcadia.
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Police are asking anyone with any information regarding the incident to contact them.
Detective Inspector McGarvey said: “Shortly after 2.20am, police received a report that an injured male was discovered in the Bath Terrace area of Portrush.
“Our investigation is at a very early stage and I would appeal to anyone who was in the Bath Terrace area of Portrush last night and the early hours of this morning and who witnessed anything to contact Detectives on 101 quoting reference 171 of 18/07/22.
"Motorists are advised that Church Pass, Bath Terrace and the Bath Street areas of Portrush have reopened and there is now pedestrian access between Bath Street and Arcadia."
East Derry MLA Cara Hunter, who lives locally, has offered her condolences to the man's family following the incident.
She said: "I know people locally will join me in offering them both sympathy and support at what must be an incredibly difficult time for them.
“I’d ask the public to give police space to carry out their investigation into the circumstances of this man’s death. I understand that many people will want to travel to the area to enjoy the recent spell of good weather, but they should be mindful that a number of road closures are in place and show patience and understanding.
“I have been liaising with police about their investigation into this sudden death and I’d urge anyone with any information about what happened to come forward as soon as possible to assist police with their enquiries.”
Alliance Councillor for the Causeway DEA, Chris McCaw, said: "I am very sorry to hear of this tragic news. My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family and friends."
Condolences were also offered by Independent Councillor for the area, Angela Mulholland. She said: "I wish to express my condolences at this time and I would appeal to anyone who may have any information to contact the PSNI."
In a statement, the PSNI concluded: "Enquiries are currently ongoing into this incident and anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 quoting reference 171 of 18/07/22.
"Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/.
"You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/ "
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