Murder inquiry launched after man dies in Belfast assault

Update 5pm: Police in the North have launched a murder inquiry following an assault in Belfast city centre overnight.

A 31-year-old man - who has been named as Paul McCready - was taken to hospital following the incident in Donegall Street but died this morning.

A 32-year-old man was arrested at the scene and remains in custody.

The PSNI say a large number of people were in the area at the time and are calling on witnesses to come forward.

Earlier: A man has died following an assault in Belfast city centre early this morning.

The 31-year-old died from injuries he received in an altercation in the Donegall Street area shortly before 1am.

A man, also in his thirties, has been arrested and is being questioned by the PSNI.

Detectives have appealed for witnesses to contact them.