Murder investigation opened after teenager dies of injuries



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Police have opened a murder investigation after a teenager tragically died of injuries after an altercation Saturday night in Enniskillen.

The 18-year-old was being treated for his injuries at the hospital when he died Monday morning.

The altercation had involved several men brandishing weapons, according to the PSNI.

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Police in Co Fermanagh have opened a murder investigation after the death of a teenager from an altercation. Pic: Shutterstock

A 19-year-old man was arrested but has since been released on bail.

“It was reported that there was an altercation on the street involving several men brandishing weapons,” the PSNI said.

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The 18-year-old was being treated for his injuries since Saturday night at the hospital when he died Monday morning. Northern Ireland police have opened a murder investigation after the teenager’s death. Photo: Shutterstock

‘Police attended the scene and found two men, including the man who sadly passed away and another man, 24, who had suffered leg injuries and who were subsequently hospitalized.

“Another man involved in the incident is believed to have left the scene before officers arrived.”

A teenager tragically died of injuries after an altercation on Saturday night in Enniskillen. Image: Google Street View

Detective Chief Inspector John Caldwell has asked the public to assist in the investigation.

“Tragically, this morning, the 18-year-old male victim passed away in the hospital and I want to express my condolences to the victim’s family, friends and loved ones at this very sad time,” he said.

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Detective Chief Inspector John Caldwell has asked the public to help with the investigation of the murder of a teenager. A 19-year-old man was arrested but has since been released on bail. Pic: PA Wire / PA Images

“Our investigation continues this morning, and I appeal to the public to help us establish exactly what happened and who was involved.”



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