West Belfast Man’s Funeral Fundraiser Launched After Sudden Death

Family seeks support for 25 year-old Mal McBurney’s funeral after his unexpected passing in Dunmurry, Belfast.

West Belfast Man’s Funeral Fundraiser Launched After Sudden Death
West Belfast Man’s Funeral Fundraiser Launched After Sudden Death

A man from West Belfast died suddenly this week. His family needs help for his funeral. Malachi “Mal” McBurney was 25 years old. People found him at a Dunmurry apartment. It happened on Wednesday, February 19. Police are investigating his sudden death’s facts.

Mal was well-known on social media. People called him upbeat and a gentleman. He was known for his good humor. A JustGiving page supports his family to help with the unexpected funeral costs. The page said he died incomprehensibly.

The funeral notice mentions his parents, Una and Jim. It also names his siblings, Patrick and Orla. He was a loved uncle and brother-in-law. Mal Mc was a rapper in Belfast. His friend, Kevin Finnegan, feels heartbroken. Friends remember him fondly as entertaining.

The fundraising page quickly raised £7,000. The family needs money for a grave as they did not expect this expense. It can help them bury Mal properly. They ask for small donations to honor him.

Albion Star Football Club feels sad. Mal played there for two seasons. Dave Steele and Gio guided him. The club extends thoughts to his family, and they hope his memory lives on.

Police were called around 3:20 PM that Wednesday. They started an investigation into what happened. They also asked people to stop online rumors. The police need information from the public.

Detective Inspector Bell is asking for help. Did anyone see anything in Redwood Court between 12 and 4 PM? The police want potential witnesses to come forward and find relevant persons.

The inspector advised against internet speculation. If you have information, contact the police by calling 101 or report it online using reference number 1100. CCTV or dashcam footage can help them a-lot. Crimestoppers is an anonymous option.

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