A third person has died following a shooting in Fermanagh.
It happened in Maguiresbridge shortly before 8.30 this morning.
Two people were pronounced dead earlier, while a third has since died in hospital. Another person continues to be treated for seriously injuries.
A PSNI spokesperson says there's no ongoing risk to the public. Local Sinn Féin MP, Pat Cullen says the community has been left shaken by the incident. "The area is a "very, very close-knit, rural community, mostly a farming community, but one where everyone will know each other. She says everyone is "shocked" and "heartbroken" by this terrible news today.
The Police Service of Northern Ireland has issued an update on a shooting incident in County Fermanagh in which three people have now died.
Superintendent Robert McGowan, District Commander for Fermanagh and Omagh, said: “Earlier this morning, Wednesday 23 July, police received the report of an incident in Maguiresbridge. “Officers, along with our colleagues in the Northern Ambulance Service, attended a house in the Drummeer Road area. Tragically, despite best medical efforts, two people were pronounced dead at the scene.
“Sadly, I can confirm that a third person has, this afternoon, passed away in hospital. “A fourth person who was taken to hospital remains in a condition described as serious.
“All four had sustained gunshot wounds, and I can confirm that all four individuals are from the same household. “I am keen to, first and foremost, express my sympathy to family members and loved ones who are today left in total shock, and who will inevitably be struggling to come to terms with their unimaginable loss.”
Superintendent McGowan continued: “The Police Service has now commenced a murder investigation and detectives are working at pace to determine the circumstances. "This is a quiet, rural location and I am aware that this tragic event will have sent waves of sadness throughout the community. Please be assured that you will see a continued police presence in the area, as we continue to carry out our enquiries.
“Our enquiries are at an early stage, and I would appeal for patience as we work to understand the events that have taken place. We will continue to bring updates as our investigation continues. “In the meantime, I would ask anyone with information, CCTV footage or dashcam footage to contact us on 101, quoting reference 276 of 23/07/25.”
