A woman was discovered dead in her Devon home, prompting a murder investigation and the arrest of a 67-year-old man.
When they arrived, they found a 70-year-old woman. Sadly, she was pronounced dead at the scene. The police are now trying to reach her family.
They’ve set up a cordon to investigate further. It seems the woman and a man were acquainted. Thankfully, the police say there’s no threat to the public.
A 67-year-old man from the area has been arrested on suspicion of murder. He’s still in custody as the investigation continues.
The police are asking anyone who saw anything or has footage to come forward. If you have info, call 101 and mention reference number 50250013357.
Detective Inspector Paula Trevett reassured the community. She said this is an isolated incident. They’re not looking for anyone else right now. You might see more police around, so don’t hesitate to reach out if you have concerns.