A 30-yr-old man has been placed in custody after being charged with the murder of Stephen Brannigan and the attempted murder of a priest in Downpatrick on Sunday, reports RTE.
Hugh Malone, who has no fixed address and is from Belfast, appeared via video link before Newtownards Magistrates’ Court.
Stephen Brannigan’s body was discovered at a residence in Marian Park around midday on Sunday, reports RTE.
Earlier that day, Canon John Murray was assaulted with a bottle inside the sacristy of St Patrick’s Church, located in the town centre.
He is currently in hospital, where his condition is described as stable, reports RTE.
Mr Malone spoke only to confirm his name and acknowledge that he understood the charges against him.
He was ordered to remain in custody and is scheduled to appear in court again in four weeks, reports RTE.
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