Police say they don't believe murder of Odhrán Kelly in Lurgan is linked to organised crime

By Carmel Robinson
Published 6th Dec 2023, 14:42 BST
Updated 6th Dec 2023, 14:42 BST
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Detectives investigating the murder in Lurgan, Co Armagh have formally identified Odhrán Kelly as the victim, adding they didn’t believe his killing is linked to organised crime.

Leading the PSNI’s Major Investigation Team is Detective Chief Inspector Tony Kelly who said the body found on Sunday morning in Edward Street has been formally identified as that of the 23-year-old nursing assistant.

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23-year-old Odhrán Kelly has been formally identified by the PSNI as the murder victim who was found dead close to a burning car at Edward Street in Lurgan, Co Armagh.23-year-old Odhrán Kelly has been formally identified by the PSNI as the murder victim who was found dead close to a burning car at Edward Street in Lurgan, Co Armagh.
23-year-old Odhrán Kelly has been formally identified by the PSNI as the murder victim who was found dead close to a burning car at Edward Street in Lurgan, Co Armagh.

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Detective Chief Inspector Tony Kelly said: “My thoughts are first and foremost with Mr Kelly’s family, who are left trying to come to terms with this terrible loss.

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“While our investigation is at an early stage, I do not believe there is an organised crime link. We do know that, tragically, Odhran’s body was found beside a burning car in the Maple Court area in the early hours of Sunday morning.

“I’m keen to speak with three people, who are captured on CCTV, walking not far from this car. I believe they may have information that could assist our investigation and would ask them to get in touch as soon as possible.

“If you were in the Edward Street or Francis Street areas of Lurgan between 2am and 5am on Sunday and noticed any suspicious activity, please contact us on 101.”

Two women, aged 36 and 43, and a 31-year-old man, who were arrested on suspicion of murder, remain in custody at this time. One of the women was 35 at the time of her arrest.

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Information, including photos, CCTV and dash cam footage, can also be provided to police through the Major Incident Public Portal at https://mipp.police.uk

Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org