UK - William Pat McCormick, 55, murdered, Comber, 30 May 2019 *arrests*

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4 June 2019:

Missing Pat McCormick believed to have been murdered

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A man and woman in their early 20s are being questioned on suspicion of killing the father-of-four

A murder probe has been launched following the disappearance of a Co Down dad.

William ‘Pat’ McCormick, 55, was last seen in Comber five days ago.

Detective Chief Inspector Pete Montgomery said: “Pat, as William is known locally, was last seen in Comber on Thursday evening, 30 May.

“Whilst I’m keeping an open mind, I now believe that Pat has sadly been murdered.

“Pat is 55 and is described as being 5’ 3” in height, of medium build, with short dark brown hair. Ever since he was last seen five days ago, Pat has not been in contact with his family.”

A 26-year-old man and 20-year-old woman remained in police custody last night.

They were first arrested in the Comber area on Monday on suspicion of kidnapping, while the young woman was also suspected of perverting the course of justice.

DCI Montgomery added: “They were both subsequently rearrested yesterday evening on suspicion of murder and remain in custody after an additional 36 hours was granted in court.

“Pat was a father of four and his family deserve to know what has happened to him.

Comber dad's disappearance sparks PSNI murder probe
 
“Today, I’m making an appeal for information about the circumstances leading to Pat’s disappearance. I want to speak to anyone who saw Pat in his car or walking in the Comber area on 30 May.

“I want to know if he was with anyone? Where did he go? I am also asking if anyone has saw Pat, or had contact with him, since 30 May to let us know.

“I would appeal for anyone who has any information surrounding Pat’s disappearance to contact detectives at the incident room at Musgrave Street on 101. We would also like to hear from anyone who captured any dashcam footage in the Comber area on Thursday 30 May from around 8pm until midnight.”

Comber dad's disappearance sparks PSNI murder probe
 
4 June 2019:

Pat McCormick: Two arrested in murder inquiry

A 26-year-old man and 20-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of kidnapping on Monday.

They were then re-arrested on suspicion of murder on Monday evening.]

UUP councillor Philip Smith told BBC News NI there had been a police presence in the town for the past few days, but very little detail was known about the investigation.

"All we know at this stage is limited information that the police have shared," he said.

He added that the murder was a "terrible event that will shock people in Comber and the wider area".

"I'm sure everyone in Comber would join me to extend their deepest sympathies to the family of Mr McCormick," he added.

Two arrested over murder of missing man
 
6 June 2019:

Further arrests made over murder of William 'Pat' McCormick in Comber

Detectives investigating the disappearance and murder of Pat McCormick have made a further two arrests.

A 39 year old man and a 20 year old man were detained last night on suspicion of assisting offenders and perverting the course of justice.

A 26 year old man and 20 year old woman arrested on suspicion of murder earlier this week have been released on police bail.

“I know that Pat left his parent’s house in Ballynahinch on Thursday 30th May, just after 9pm. In the CCTV, Pat can be seen driving his car in Castle Street, Comber at around 10.30pm – it’s a Black Citroen C4, registration BSZ 7103. I know that Pat then parked his car on High Street, opposite McBride’s pub where it remained until it was recovered by police.

“In the footage, Pat can be seen walking down Castle Street at around 10.45pm, where he goes under an archway that leads to some flats. This is the last sighting that I have.

“On the night of Pat’s disappearance, he was wearing a beige jacket, blue jeans and brown brogue shoes. As you can see from his photo, he had short dark brown hair. He was 5’3” in height and of medium build.

Further arrests made over murder of William 'Pat' McCormick in Comber
 
Continued:

“We are now six days on from Pat’s disappearance and his family deserve to know what has happened to him. I’m hoping that the release of this footage will jog people’s memories.

If you were in Comber on High Street or Castle Street after 10pm on Thursday evening, did you see Pat driving his car? Did you see him speaking to anyone or going anywhere with anyone? I am obviously very keen to recover Pat’s body for his family.

“I would also appeal to the public that if you are out walking in the area and see any discarded clothing, particularly the beige jacket, blue jeans or brown brogues, please contact detectives.

DCI Pete Montgomery says searches are continuing following the suspected murder of William ‘Pat’ McCormick. The father of four was last seen in Comber on Thursday. DCI Montgomery says Pat’s family need answers.

“Pat’s phone hasn’t been used from 30th May and it remains unaccounted for. It’s an iPhone SE so if you’re out and about and see this phone lying somewhere, please let me know. It could be broken, smashed or in pieces.


Further arrests made over murder of William 'Pat' McCormick in Comber
 
Continued:

“I have met with Pat’s wife and parents and they are devastated. His mother and father are in their eighties and they deserve to get his body back.

“Members of the local community could have information that could be key to giving Pat’s family some answers. I would urge anyone who has any information surrounding Pat’s disappearance to contact detectives at the incident room at Musgrave Street on 101.

“Alternatively information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.”

Further arrests made over murder of William 'Pat' McCormick in Comber
 
2 hours ago:

Chris Hagan‏Verified account @hagan_utv

Detectives investigating the murder of Pat McCormick in Comber have made a further two arrests. A 39 year old and a 20 year old have been detained on suspicion of assisting offenders and perverting the course of justice. They were taken to Musgrave police station for questioning.

Chris Hagan on Twitter
 
PSNI tweets:

2 June 2019:

PSNI‏Verified account @PoliceServiceNI

We’re becoming increasingly concerned for the wellbeing of 55-year-old William McCormick. William was last seen in Comber on the evening of Thursday 30 May. He is 5’ 3” in height, of medium build, with short dark brown hair. Contact police on 101 with any information.

PSNI on Twitter

4 June 2019:

PSNI‏Verified account @PoliceServiceNI

Detectives have launched a murder enquiry following the disappearance of Pat McCormick http://ow.ly/jn1c50uwwMh

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PSNI on Twitter

5 June 2019:

PSNI‏Verified account @PoliceServiceNI

Detectives investigate murder of William (Pat) McCormick http://ow.ly/Axwb50uxpdO

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PSNI on Twitter

5 June 2019:

PSNI‏Verified account @PoliceServiceNI

A man (26) & a woman (20) who were rearrested on suspicion of murder on Monday evening (3rd June) by detectives from PSNI’s Major Investigation Team investigating the murder of 55-year-old William McCormick, known as Pat, have been released on bail pending further enquiries.

PSNI on Twitter

5 June 2019:

PSNI‏Verified account @PoliceServiceNI

Detectives investigating murder of William 'Pat' McCormick have made two further arrests. Men aged 39 and 20 were detained last night on suspicion of assisting offenders and perverting the course of justice.

PSNI on Twitter
 
Detectives from the PSNI’s Major Investigation Team investigating the murder of 55 year old William McCormick, known as Pat, have issued CCTV footage of his last known movements.

Detective Chief Inspector Pete Montgomery said: “William was a 55 year old father of four, known locally as Pat. I am making an appeal for information about his murder.

I know that Pat left his parent’s house in Ballynahinch on Thursday 30 May, just after 9pm. In CCTV, Pat can be seen driving his car in Castle Street, Comber at around 10.30pm – a Black Citroen C4, registration BSZ 7103. I know that Pat then parked his car on High Street, opposite McBride’s pub where it remained until it was recovered by police.

In the footage, Pat can be seen walking down Castle Street at around 10.45pm, where he goes under an archway that leads to some flats. This is the last sighting.

Pat was wearing a beige jacket, blue jeans and brown brogue shoes. He had short dark brown hair, was 5’3’’ in height and of medium build.

If you were in Comber on High Street or Castle Street after 10pm on Thursday evening, did you see Pat driving his car? Did you see him speaking to anyone or going anywhere with anyone? I am obviously very keen to recover Pat’s body for his family.

I would also appeal to the public that if you see any discarded clothing, particularly a beige jacket, blue jeans or brown brogues, please contact us.

Pat’s phone hasn’t been used from 30 May and it remains unaccounted for. It’s an iPhone SE so if you’re out and about and see this phone lying somewhere, please let me know. It could be smashed or in pieces.

I have met with Pat’s wife and parents and they are devastated. His mother and father are in their eighties and they deserve to get his body back.

I would urge anyone who has any information surrounding Pat’s disappearance to contact Police.

Alternatively information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous always.”




PSNI Ards
 
20 hours ago:


UTV‏Verified account @utv

“We are now six days on from Pat’s disappearance and his family deserve to know what has happened to him..." Police say local people could have key information about the disappearance and suspected murder of Comber man William "Pat" McCormick. More here: https://bit.ly/2WduG20

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UTV on Twitter
 
5 June 2019:

Q Radio News‏ @qnewsdesk
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@peterweirmla says it’s deeply concerning that police have launched a murder investigation following the disappearance of 55-year-old William ’Pat’ McCormick. The father of four was last seen in Comber on Thursday. The MLA says the McCormick family deserve answers and closure.

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Q Radio News on Twitter
 
“I know that Pat left his parent’s house in Ballynahinch on Thursday 30th May, just after 9pm. In the CCTV, Pat can be seen driving his car in Castle Street, Comber at around 10.30pm – it’s a Black Citroen C4, registration BSZ 7103. I know that Pat then parked his car on High Street, opposite McBride’s pub where it remained until it was recovered by police.

Further arrests made over murder of William 'Pat' McCormick in Comber

Here is the area on google maps - Castle Street - Comber

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McBride's pub where car remained until recovered by police:

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