Murder victim Ian Ogle stabbed to death in east Belfast

TWO men arrested by detectives investigating the murder of Ian Ogle in Cluan Place, east Belfast have been released on bail pending further enquiries.

 Two women, aged 35 and 36 arrested, remain in custody at this time.

Detective Chief Inspector Peter McKenna said: “We have been conducting a number of enquiries and those enquiries are continuing.

“I would like to thank the local community for their patience and assistance as we progress our investigation.

“We are continuing in our efforts to find those responsible for this brutal murder and I would again appeal for anyone who was in the general area of Cluan Place or Templemore Avenue between 9pm and 10pm on Sunday night and who may have any information which could assist us with our inquiries to make contact on 101 quoting reference number 1303 of  27/1/19.

“I am particularly keen to hear from anyone who may have seen a group of men running in this area and I would also ask anyone with dash-cam footage to contact us.”

Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.