By Q Radio News
Police are investigating the circumstances of a sudden death in Armagh last night.
A man was found lying on the ground on Ballynahone Close by officers responding to reports of an altercation at around 10.20pm
Emergency crews failed to resuscitate the man who was pronounced dead at the scene.
A 49 year old man has been arrested while a post mortem examination is carried out.
He remains in police custody.
A PSNI statement said: "At around 10.20pm police received a report of some form of altercation in the area of Ballynahone Close.
"Upon arrival of police a man was discovered lying on the ground and despite the efforts of emergency services he was pronounced dead at the scene.
"A post mortem examination will take place in due course to determine the cause of death.
"A 49 year old man has been arrested as part of the investigation and remains in police custody at this time."
Detective Chief Inspector Michelle Shaw added: “I am appealing for anyone who was in the area of Ballynahone Close last night and who witnessed some form of altercation to contact detectives on 101 quoting reference 2554 10/04/20.
"Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.”
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