PSNI confirmed that a woman was found dead at the scene on a property in the Victoria Avenue area. A man has been arrested by the PSNI who has confirmed he remains in custody. Sunday Life understands that the victim, a retiree, has since lost her fight for life. The woman – in her 60s – is believed to have been a former health worker. The scene near the train station and her house was cordoned off last night as police gathered information, with her family struggling to get the news. Understandably, a second location, a short distance property, is also the focus of detectives. This apparent attack is the latest in a number of violent crimes committed against women across Northern Ireland in recent times. And there was a deep shock as the news swept the village last night. “I have lived in Whitehead since 1972 and this is the first incident of its kind I have heard of. It’s just awful, especially at Easter. “God loves her family,” said one resident. The motive is unclear, but police will now begin to combine the victim’s latest moves. The Northern Ireland Ambulance Service confirmed that paramedics had been called to the area shortly after 6pm. The Air Ambulance was also mobilized but did not transport anyone to the hospital.
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The tent at Whitehead near the train station The tent at Whitehead near the train station Alliance MLA Stewart Dickson told Sunday Life: “This is a holiday weekend, a lot of people are out, hanging out, enjoying the good weather today. For many this is the first time they have come out of the pandemic. “And now to hear about these tragic conditions here in Whitehead is simply heartbreaking. “My heart goes out to the individual’s family and friends and I urge anyone with information on the circumstances to send it to PSNI.” DUP’s David Hilditch said: “As the news broke, people were shocked and terrified. All our thoughts are with the family of the poor victim. Whitehead is not on the map for that, it is usually a quiet, rural, seaside village. “This is just scary.” Detective Inspector PSNI Foreman said: “We received a report around 6.10pm. that a woman had been stabbed at a property on Victoria Avenue in Whitehead. “Officers were present, along with colleagues from the Ambulance Service of Northern Ireland. “Unfortunately, a woman was pronounced dead at the scene. “A man has been arrested and is currently in custody. At this stage we are not looking for other suspects. “Our investigation is at an early stage. However, I will appeal to anyone who has information to contact us at 101 stating the reference number 1502 of 16/04/22. “Information can also be obtained from the independent charity Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111, which is 100% anonymous.”
