Police release man held over 1978 murder in Belfast

Police in the North have released a man arrested yesterday in connection with a murder in Belfast more than 30 years ago.

Police release man held over 1978 murder in Belfast
Wed, 15 Jul, 2009 - 11:13

Police in the North have released a man arrested yesterday in connection with a murder in Belfast more than 30 years ago.

The 55-year-old was detained in Glenariff, Co Antrim, yesterday by detectives from the PSNI's Historical Enquiries Team.

However, he has since been released without charge.

The arrest was made as part of the investigation into the murder of Noel McKay at his home in the Ardmore Drive area of Belfast in 1978

At the time, police believed Mr McKay was shot by republicans in a case of mistaken identity, but the IRA denied any involvement.

WhatsApp logo

Irish Examiner’s WhatsApp channel

More in this section

Graham Linehan court case Graham Linehan says he may never come back to Britain after arrest
Weight-loss drugmaker says Irish plants will 'continue to play significant role' Weight-loss drugmaker says Irish plants will 'continue to play significant role'
Strike action by school secretaries and caretakers suspended for fresh WRC talks Strike action by school secretaries and caretakers suspended for fresh WRC talks
CourtsHeathrowPlace: BelfastPlace: Glenariff, Co AntrimPlace: Ardmore DrivePerson: Noel McKayPerson: McKayOrganisation: Belfast PoliceOrganisation: PSNIOrganisation: Historical Enquiries TeamOrganisation: republicansOrganisation: IRA
<p>Crowds of pro-Palestine protesters march through Belfast city centre on Saturday (Grainne Ni Aodha/PA)</p>

Call on workers to refuse to use Israeli goods as pro-Palestine rallies take place nationwide

READ NOW

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Latest

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited