Man in court on murder charge over Co Down stabbing

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Man In Court On Murder Charge Over Co Down Stabbing
Aidan Mann (28) died at the scene in Downpatrick on Monday. Photo: PA Images
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Jonathan McCambridge, PA

A man has faced court charges over a fatal stabbing in Co Down.

Barry Donnelly (36) of Church Street, Downpatrick, appeared by videolink at Newtownards Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday charged with murder.

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He is also charged with possessing offensive weapons, described in court as two large kitchen knives.

Aidan Mann, a 28-year-old tattoo artist, was attacked on Church Street in Downpatrick on Monday.

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Forensic officers at the scene of the stabbing in Downpatrick, Co Down (Liam McBurney/PA)

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He was given treatment by paramedics but died at the scene.

A PSNI detective inspector told the court she can connect the defendant to the charges.

Donnelly spoke only to confirm he understood the charges.

A defence solicitor made no application for bail and told the court her client had made admissions in interviews and expressed remorse.

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Donnelly was remanded in custody.

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