Wayne Reid murder: 'If you know anything please do the right thing and contact us' PSNI detective urges as Coleraine searches and enquiries continue

Detectives investigating the murder of Wayne Reid in Coleraine have urged anyone who feels they may have even the smallest piece of information that could help with enquiries to come forward.

The PSNI’s Major Investigation Team said they would be conducting searches on Saturday in Coleraine’s Lisnablagh Road and surrounding areas.

Mr Reid was pronounced dead at an address in the Society Court area of the town on Monday, January 12.

Detectives believe the 43-year-old was assaulted in the early hours of Saturday, January 10 and later died as a result of his injuries.

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Wayne Reid.

Detective Chief Inspector Hazel Miller said: “The last two weeks have been torturous for Wayne’s family and loved ones.

"We will continue to work relentlessly to bring those responsible to justice. Over recent days, we’ve carried out extensive door-to-door enquiries in the local area. We’ve been speaking with pedestrians and members of the local community.

"Officers have also carried out multiple searches, with searches still ongoing today in the Lisnablagh Road and surrounding areas.

"Residents will continue to see a police presence in the area, and I’m keen to take the opportunity to thank the local community for their ongoing support.

"I’m appealing to anyone who has information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to do the right thing and contact us on 101, quoting reference 552 of 12/01/26.”

Photos and footage, including CCTV, mobile phone or dashcam footage, can be shared with police through the Major Incident Public Portal at https://mipp.police.uk

Information can also be provided, with total anonymity, to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

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