Police launch murder investigation following death of Patrycja Wyrebek in Newry

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Monday, 3 August 2020 17:03

By Peter Moor @pfmoor

By Q Radio News.

A murder investigation has been launched following the death of 20-year-old Patrycja Wyrebek.

She was found at her home in Drumalane Park, Newry on the morning of Sunday, 2 August.

A 23 year old man who was arrested remains in custody at this time.

Detective Inspector Mark Gibson said: "My thoughts are very much with Patrycja’s family and friends at this extremely sad time.

"I would appeal to anyone who was in the Drumalane Park area of Newry between 8.30pm on Saturday, 1 August and 8.30am on Sunday, 2 August and who saw or heard anything suspicious to contact detectives on the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference 692 03/08/20.

"Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, which is 100% anonymous.”