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Man charged with murder of Christopher Burns in Armagh

Christopher 'Chrissy' Burns was found dead at a house in Co Armagh
Christopher 'Chrissy' Burns was found dead at a house in Co Armagh

Detectives investigating a murder in Co Armagh earlier this week have charged a man to court.

The 39-year-old will appear in court tomorrow charged with the murder of Christopher 'Chrissy' Burns.

The 40-year-old victim was found dead at a house in Mountnorris, near Markethill on Thursday. He had serious head and facial injuries.

Originally from Warrenpoint, Mr Burns had been living in the house for some time.

The 39-year-old was detained by police at the time. Detectives were given an extension of time on Saturday to continue questioning him.

He will appear at Newry Magistrates Court tomorrow.

As is the procedure, the charge will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service.