A MAN has been arrested over the murder of a woman in her 80s in a small rural village.
Police were called to a home in Westonzoyland, Somerset, yesterday morning and found a woman dead at the scene.
A male, in his 60s, was arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody in hospital.
Avon and Somerset Police said its officers were first called at 9.17am to a residential address in Monmouth Close.
Officers arrived at the property at approximately 9.50am where the arrest was made.
The woman was pronounced deceased at the scene by paramedics.
Neighbourhood Inspector Jon Eamer said: “The woman’s family are aware of her death and our sympathies are with them at this incredibly upsetting time.
“We will ensure they receive support from specially-trained officers going forward.
“Detectives from our Major Crime Investigation Team are conducting extensive enquiries at the scene to establish exactly what has happened.
“A forensic post-mortem examination will also be carried out as part of our investigation.
“We can confirm a man has been arrested on suspicion of murder. He remains in police custody at hospital.
“Our enquiries are at an early stage, but we’d like to reassure everyone we do not believe there is any increased risk to members of the public.
“Nevertheless, we know this tragic incident will cause concern and upset in the local community, and therefore we will ensure neighbourhood officers are available in the area to provide help and support to anyone who needs us.”
Witnesses, or anyone with information is asked to call 101 and quote reference number 5225206357.
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