04/01/2018

Man Arrested In Connection With Co Cavan NYE Murder

Gardaí have arrested a 38-year-old man in connection with a stabbing incident in Co Cavan on New Year's Eve.

Marek Swider was fatally stabbed in a violent incident at a house on Dublin Street in Ballyjamesduff on Sunday, 31 December.

The arrest was made in Cork city this morning, Thursday 04 January. The suspect is being held at Bridewell Garda Station in Cork.

Gardaí continue to appeal for information on the death of Mr Swider and said that their investigation is ongoing.

(MH/LM)

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