Murder inquiry after body found

Police cordoned off the scene after the attack

Police have begun a murder inquiry after a man was found dead in a house in Belfast.

The body of the 30-year-old was discovered in a property at Fallswater Street, in the west of the city, at about 0230 GMT on Thursday.

It is thought the man, who was from the Travelling community, was attacked by a gang of men with machetes and hatchets.

A relative of the victim claimed he was killed in front of his pregnant wife and children. His wife was injured.

The door of their home was kicked in by the gang.

The man's vehicle was smashed up by the gang as they left. His relative said other members of his family had been previously attacked.

Police officers have cordoned off the scene and are seeking information.

Detectives are appealing for anyone who observed what is believed to have been a large, dark car leaving the area at the time to contact them.