Detectives Investigating Murder of Wayne Reid Conduct Searches in Coleraine

Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland Major Investigation Team are continuing enquiries into the murder of Wayne Reid in Coleraine, with further searches carried out on Saturday, 24 January 2026.

Officers were seen conducting searches in the Lisnablagh Road area and surrounding parts of the town as the investigation progresses.

Timeline of the Investigation

Mr Reid, aged 43, was pronounced dead at an address in the Society Court area of Coleraine on Monday, 12 January.

Detectives believe he was assaulted in the early hours of Saturday, 10 January, and later died as a result of injuries sustained during that attack.

Enquiries remain focused on establishing the full circumstances surrounding the assault and the movements of those involved in the hours before and after it occurred.

Ongoing Searches and Community Enquiries

Detective Chief Inspector Hazel Miller said the past two weeks have been extremely difficult for Wayne Reid’s family and loved ones.

She confirmed that officers have carried out extensive door-to-door enquiries, spoken with pedestrians and local residents, and undertaken multiple searches in the area, with further search activity continuing on Saturday.

Residents can expect an ongoing police presence in the Lisnablagh Road area and surrounding streets as enquiries continue.

Appeal for Information

Detectives are appealing to anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to contact police.

• PSNI: Call 101, quoting reference 552 of 12/01/26

Police are particularly keen to receive photos or footage that may assist the investigation, including:

• CCTV footage
• Mobile phone recordings
• Dashcam footage

How to Submit Information and Footage

Information and digital media can be submitted directly to police via the Major Incident Public Portal:

• Major Incident Public Portal: https://mipp.police.uk

Information can also be provided anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers:

• Crimestoppers Phone: 0800 555 111
• Crimestoppers Online: https://www.crimestoppers-uk.org