By Adam Evans
Three men have been arrested in North Antrim over the murder of Brian McIlhagga.
The 42-year-old, father of 5 was beaten and shot by a group of masked assailants who dragged him from a house in Ballymoney in January 2015.
The suspects - aged 33, 34 and 39 are being questioned at Musgrave Police Station.
Detective Chief Inspector Michael Harvey said: “The males were arrested in the North Antrim area today and have been taken to the Serious Crime Suite at Musgrave Police Station where they are currently assisting police with their enquiries.”
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