Man bailed over 1976 murder

Published Tuesday, 21 August 2012
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A man arrested in connection with the murder of William Palmer, who was shot in Derriaghy 36 years ago, has been released on police bail.

Man bailed over 1976 murder
A man was arrested on Tuesday. (© Pacemaker)

Mr Palmer died in hospital on 11 June 1976, three days after the shooting at his home on the outskirts of south Belfast.

Police arrested a 55-year-old suspect in south Belfast on Tuesday morning on suspicion of murder, possession of a firearm and membership of the IRA.

He was questioned at Antrim Serious Crime Suite before being released on police bail, pending a report to the Public Prosecution Service.

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Lee in Belfast wrote (303 days ago):
wow . an arrest on a republican for a murder 36 years ago , he will be released soon with no charges , more theater by the HET.
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