A MAN HAS been arrested by police in Co Tyrone investigating the murder of a 70-year-old at an apartment in Dungannon this week.

Officers from the Police Service of Northern Ireland cordoned off the flat in the Corrainey Park area after responding to reports of an assault shortly before 8pm on Thursday.

The 70-year-old man was found with serious injuries at the scene and later died.

Specialist firearms officers carried out a major search at the block of apartments. Members of the public were asked to avoid the area by police and local councillors.

Investigators today arrested a man in his 30s in connection with their enquiries. Officers remain at the scene today and are attempting to establish the full circumstances of the attack, Detective Chief Inspector Kerrie Foreman said today.

“I am appealing to anyone who they may believe have information that could assist us with our investigation to contact us on 101, quoting reference number 1576 27/02/25,” Foreman added.

Photos and video, including CCTV, can also be shared with the police through the major incident public portal, available online. A report can also be made online through the police service’s website. 

Information can also be shared anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or on its website.