Murder inquiry launched after man dies in County Armagh

Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) have opened a murder investigation following the death of a man in the village of Mountnorris, County Armagh.

The alarm was raised on Thursday morning, 4 September, when police received a report of concern for safety at a property in the Cusher Green area at around 11.30am.

Detective Chief Inspector Gary Robinson of the PSNI’s Major Investigation Team said:

“Officers attended, alongside colleagues from the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service. A man, aged in his 40s, was located deceased at the scene with serious head and facial injuries.

“A 39-year-old man has since been arrested on suspicion of murder, and remains in custody at this time, assisting detectives with their enquiries.

“The local community can expect to see an increased police presence in the Cusher Green area as officers conduct further enquiries into what happened - cordons are also in place this evening.

“Although our investigation is at an early stage, we are working at pace to establish the circumstances surrounding the man’s death and to determine exactly what happened.

“I would appeal to anyone who may have information that could assist us, to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 573 04/09/25.”

Information can also be submitted via the PSNI’s online reporting form at www.psni.police.uk/makeareport or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Community response

TUV Councillor for Cusher, Keith Ratcliffe, expressed his concern for the local community.

“I have spoken with police regarding the ongoing situation in Mountnorris. While full details are still emerging, I can confirm that there appears to have been domestic fallout involving men in their 40s, one of whom has tragically died.

“An individual has been arrested in connection with this incident.

“Police have established a cordon in the village.

“My thoughts and prayers are with those affected by this tragedy. I would urge everyone to allow the police to carry out their investigation fully and to avoid speculation.”

Police remain at the scene and enquiries are continuing.