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Two Arrested in Lisburn Murder Inquiry After 42-Year-Old Dies

The victim was named locally as Barry Furfey, prompting tributes from shocked residents.

Overview

  • Police said they responded to a call from the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service just before 1am on 15 September and found a 42-year-old man with serious injuries at a Wardsborough Road property.
  • He received treatment at the scene and later died in hospital on Monday morning, leading detectives to open a murder investigation.
  • A 38-year-old woman and a 37-year-old man were arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in custody as questioning continues.
  • Detectives described the investigation as being at an early stage, with cordons in place and an increased police presence in the Wardsborough area.
  • Officers appealed for witnesses to contact 101 quoting reference 29 15/09/25, while local councillors offered condolences and urged cooperation, with one voicing concern about PSNI resources.