Stab murder victim Conor Browne
Conor Browne, aged 28 and from the Strabane area, died from injuries sustained following a stabbing incident in the Main Street area of Castlederg on Saturday, September 2.
Detective Chief Inspector Gibson said: “We have made five arrests to date in our investigation. Two men – both aged 28 – remain in police custody at this time. Another man aged 27 has since been released on bail pending further enquiries.
“On Monday night, we arrested two further men, one aged 31 and the other 27, as part of the investigation. Both remain in custody.
“I would continue to appeal to anyone who believes they may have information which could assist us in our investigation into this young man’s death to contact us at the Major Investigation Team on 101 quoting reference 127 02/09/23.”
Alternatively, information can be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, which is 100 per cent anonymous.
It is understood Mr Browne has a son who only recently celebrated his second birthday.
Local GAA club Caisleán na Deirge Naomh Eoghan CLG posted an emotional tribute online.
“It’s with a heavy heart that we have to write a post like this,” read a statement on Facebook.
“Conor Browne was a hard working, civil, funny and thoughtful young man.
“Conor was out for a night’s craic with his friends in his local well respected and well run bar.
“What happened when Conor left the bar is the unthinkable.”
The club said the entire community is struggling to comprehend the circumstances in which the young man lost his life.
“Conor always wore the biggest smile and would have done anything for anyone,” the post continued.
“One of the real good guys!
“This has affected everyone in the parish.”
The club has encouraged anyone in need of help or someone to talk to to contact them via the Facebook page and has extended “heartfelt condolences and prayers to Matt, Geraldine and family, to the entire family circle and to his many many friends.”
“May God give them all the strength to get through this difficult time. Please keep the family and friends in your prayers,” the post concluded.
“Rip Conor! Forever young.
“Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.”
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