Three people from the same family have been found dead in their home in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, prompting a police investigation. The bodies were discovered inside a family home on Old Cullybackey Road on Monday morning, July 13.
Community in shock after tragic discovery
North Antrim MP Jim Allister described the deaths as a 'tragedy causing great shock in the community'. He stated, 'Though details remain scant, clearly there are family and friends who have suffered huge loss. The police has confirmed to me there is no extant risk in the community and no further persons are being sought. Sincere condolences to all affected.'
Local politicians express condolences
Sinn Féin MLA Philip McGuigan said he was shocked by the deaths. He commented, 'I am shocked and saddened to hear of the tragic deaths of three members of one family in the Old Cullybackey Road area of Ballymena. My immediate thoughts are with their wider family and friends. Their grief will be immeasurable right now. Anyone with information should bring it forward to the PSNI immediately and assist with its investigation.' The family have not been named, and a post-mortem is ongoing.
Police confirm no ongoing risk
A PSNI spokesman said: 'Police are investigating the circumstances after three people were found dead in the Old Cullybackey Road area of Ballymena this morning, Monday 13th July. The three people were related and found inside the family home. There is no ongoing risk to the public. A further update will follow in due course.'
