Police investigating sudden death of man in Belfast make one arrest

Police investigating the sudden death of a man in the Cromwell Road area of south Belfast on Wednesday (February 11) have made an arrest.

Detective Inspector Jack Kelly said: “Officers responded to an address in south Belfast, following the report of a concern for safety. The man was taken to hospital by colleagues from the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service shortly after 1pm today, but sadly passed away.

“A 32-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the investigation and remains in custody at this time.

Police inquiries are ongoing. Photo (stock image): PressEyeplaceholder image
Police inquiries are ongoing. Photo (stock image): PressEye

"Enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding this and we would encourage anyone who has any information that may assist us to get in contact with officers on 101 quoting reference 707 11/02/26.”

Police say a further update will be provided in due course.

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