Ex-RUC officer killed in 'brutal' attack

Police have begun a murder inquiry after a retired RUC officer was found dead in his home in Co. Antrim.

William Kennedy, 65, was found dead at his home in the village of Ahoghill.

He was the victim of a "vicious and brutal" attack, said Detective Inspector Sam Harkness.

DI Harkness added that they do not believe his past connections with the RUC had any bearing on the attack.