Police have launched a murder investigation following the death of a man in north Belfast. Paul Mackin Jr., 44, died from his injuries in hospital on Wednesday evening after being attacked inside Eithne House on Duncairn Parade on Monday.
A 41-year-old man, who was initially arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, has now been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody. Earlier in the week, a 40-year-old man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder was released on bail. Another individual, aged 32, also arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, was released unconditionally.
The attack occurred in the New Lodge area of Belfast.