COPS are hunting for a killer after a young woman was fatally attacked outside a care home.
A crime scene is in place in Romford, east London, following the incident at 5.34am this morning – with no arrests yet made.
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Police and paramedics rushed to the scene on Chadwell Heath Lane, but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
Although formal identification has yet to take place, officers believe the victim was in her twenties.
A post-mortem examination will be carried out shortly.
The woman’s family have been informed and are being supported by specially trained family liaison officers, the Met has said.
Detectives are urging any witnesses to come forward as the investigation escalates.
Detective Superintendent Brian Hobbs said: “Our thoughts today are with the victim’s family and friends in light of this truly tragic event.
“Local residents will see an increased number of officers in and around the area while our investigative work is carried out.
“I want to thank residents for their patience while this continues.
“I would ask anyone who was in the area of Romford, who may have seen or heard anything suspicious, to come forward to us.”
If you saw anything, or have any information then contact police via 101 quoting 1625/16Aug.
Alternatively, to remain anonymous you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Do you know more? Email [email protected]
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