THE woman whose body was found at a house in Harcourt Drive in the north of the city  on Saturday morning has been named by police as 30-year-old Caoimhe Morgan.

A 30-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of Ms Morgan's murder and remains in custody. 

Caoimhe Morgan
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Caoimhe Morgan

Police have appealed for anyone who was in Harcourt Street or has any information to contact them.

North Belfast MP John Finucane said the local community is in shock. 

“My thoughts are with the woman’s family and friends at this extremely difficult time," he said.

Police forensics at the house in Harcourt Drive
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Police forensics at the house in Harcourt Drive

“A police murder investigation is underway and I would call on anyone with any information which may help those inquiries to contact the PSNI.”

SDLP Councillor Paul McCusker tweeted: "Tragic and horrific news for any family to receive. If anyone has any information please share it with police. Thoughts with the family of this lady."