Man, 19, dies in attack in Derry city centre

A 19-year-old man has died after an attack in Londonderry.

Police believe he was in a fight with another man sometime around 2.15am at William Street on Sunday.

He was taken to hospital but died from his injuries a short time later.

Detective Chief Inspector Geoff Boyce said: “Police are aware that many people were socialising in William Street earlier this morning and we would like to hear from members of the public who witnessed an altercation in William Street between approximately 1.45am and 2:15am to get in touch with detectives at Strand Road on telephone number 101, quoting reference number 228 of 24/9/17.

“Police would particularly like to hear from motorists who were either parked on or travelling along William Street during these times and who had a dash cam fitted to their vehicle.

“Alternatively, information can also be given anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”