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Man (37) arrested over murder of Raymond Johnston

Murder victim Raymond Johnston was killed on February 13
Murder victim Raymond Johnston was killed on February 13 Murder victim Raymond Johnston was killed on February 13

A 37-YEAR-OLD man was being questioned last night about the murder of Raymond Johnston in west Belfast.

Mr Johnston (28) was shot dead in the home he shared with his partner and her 11-year-old daughter on Glenbawn Avenue, Poleglass, on February 13.

The suspect was arrested under the Terrorism Act.

Police also carried out searches in west Belfast and Lisburn today. Several items thought to be linked to the murder were seized for examination.

Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses or anyone with information to contact them.