Ryan McNab murder: police given more time to question man (24)

By The Newsroom
Published 23rd Oct 2022, 15:29 BST
Updated 23rd Oct 2022, 15:40 BST
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Police have been given more time to question a man they have arrested in connection with the death of 31-year-old Ryan McNab in Rathcoole, Newtownabbey.

Mr McNab, from North Belfast, died from his injuries at the scene of a serious assault at an address in the Barna Square area of Rathcoole on Friday evening.

Major Investigation Team Detectives have been granted an extension for the detention of a 24-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder until 11.30pm this evening (Sunday).Detective Chief Inspector Anthony Kelly said: “I am continuing to appeal to anyone who believes they may have information which could assist detectives with their investigation to contact us at the Major Investigation Team on 101 quoting reference 1779 of 21/10/22."I will add that we are aware of footage from the scene circulating and would ask people not to share this out of respect for the family."

Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 with 555 111.