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LAST UPDATE | 35 mins ago
THE PSNI HAS launched an investigation after three people were found dead inside a property in Co Antrim.
The three deceased were found inside a property this morning in the Old Cullybackey Road area of Ballymena.
The PSNI has confirmed that the three people were related and found inside the family home.
A spokesperson said there is no ongoing risk to the public and that a further update will follow in due course.
North Antrim MLA Sian Mulholland of the Alliance Party said the local community is in shock.
“While details continue to emerge about this incident, it is clear there has been a tragedy,” said Mulholland.
She said her “thoughts are with everyone affected by what will be an incredibly distressing time, particularly the family and friends of the deceased”.
Mulholland urged anyone with information to contact the PSNI immediately.
Sinn Féin’s Philip McGuigan, also an MLA for North Antrim, said he was “shocked and saddened to hear of the tragic deaths of three members of one family”.
“My immediate thoughts are with their wider family and friends,” said McGuigan. 2Their grief will be immeasurable right now.”
He also urged anyone with information to bring it forward to the PSNI immediately.
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