Fresh investigation launched into Michaela McAreavey murder, widower says

Two former hotel workers were acquitted after a high-profile trial on the holiday island in the summer of 2012. Picture: PA

The widower of a honeymooner murdered in Mauritius has said the country’s government has launched a new investigation into her death.

John McAreavey confirmed the fresh investigation into his wife Michaela’s death on social media, but he has questioned the timing of the latest probe.