Detectives granted another 24 hours to question man over the death of Ellie Flanagan

A murder investigation was launched yesterday after 23-year-old Ellie Flanagan was found dead.

DETECTIVES IN FERMANAGH have been given another 24 hours to question a man on suspicion of murder following the discovery of a woman’s body at an address in Enniskillen.

A murder investigation was launched yesterday after 23-year-old Ellie Flanagan was found dead at a home in the Corban Avenue area.

Police officers had been carrying out enquiries relating to a collision which took place on the Carn Road near Tempo on Saturday.

Detective Chief Inspector Gary Robinson said: “Our thoughts are firmly with Ellie’s family and loved ones at this very distressing time.

“I would reiterate our appeal to anyone who may have information that could assist us, to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 1564 07/03/26. Any detail, no matter how small, could prove crucial to our investigation.

“The local community will continue to see a police presence in the Corban Avenue area over the coming days, as our investigation develops.”

Photos and footage, including CCTV, mobile phone or dash cam footage, can be shared with police through the Major Incident Public Portal.

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