Murder investigation launched after 22-year-old woman found dead at her home in Belfast [Video]

PSNI OFFICERS HAVE launched a murder investigation after the body of a 22-year-old woman was discovered in her Belfast home last week.

Mary Ward was found dead by PSNI officers at her home on Melrose Street, Belfast on Tuesday 1st October. 

Following extensive investigations by PSNI detectives in the Serious Crime Branch, a murder investigation has since been launched.

PSNI’s Detective Chief Inspector Foreman, who is leading the Major Investigation Team investigating the murder said specialist trained Family Liaison Officers continue to work with Mary’s family to support them through this difficult period.

“Whilst our investigation is at an early stage and we are working to establish the exact circumstances, we believe that Mary was last seen alive on Wednesday 25September,” said Foreman.

“We are keen to speak to anyone who may have seen or been in contact with Mary on or around that date.”

He has appealed to anyone …