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Community in shock at sudden death of man in south Armagh

A man has died following an incident in the Cloughreagh area, just outside Bessbrook, this evening (Friday).

Commenting on the news of the sudden death, local Sinn Féin councillor Roisin Mulgrew said: “This is dreadful news which has shocked the local community.

“We must keep in mind that a family is now trying to come to terms with the news of the loss of a loved one.

“At this stage our thoughts and prayers is with those facing such tragic news.”

There are no further details at this stage.

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