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Man in court over murder of Stephen Brannigan and attack on priest in church

Man in court over murder of Stephen Brannigan and attack on priest in church

Wed, 13 Aug, 2025

The suspect did not speak other than to confirm he understood the charges.

Murder victim was ‘beloved’ father and grandfather, family say

Murder victim was ‘beloved’ father and grandfather, family say

Mon, 11 Aug, 2025

The body of Stephen Brannigan was found at a house in Co Down on Sunday.

Priest in ‘serious but stable condition’ following attack in Downpatrick

Priest in ‘serious but stable condition’ following attack in Downpatrick

Mon, 11 Aug, 2025

Police say the attack may be linked to the death of a man in the Co Down town on Sunday.