Man charged over Newry death

A man (18) was today charged in the North with the murder of a Polish man who was found beaten to death in Co Down.

A man (18) was today charged in the North with the murder of a Polish man who was found beaten to death in Co Down.

The body of Marek Muszynski (40) was found on a pathway behind the swimming pool in Newry early last Tuesday morning.

PSNI officers said the accused would appear at Newry Magistrates’ Court later today.

A woman (44) was arrested earlier today on suspicion of perverting the course of justice in relation to the police investigation into Mr Muszynski's death.

Yesterday, police were given extra time to question two teenagers aged 16 and 18 over the murder. Another woman (21) also remains in custody.

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