Murder arrest after woman found dead in flat

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 47-year-old woman was found dead in a flat.

Officers were called to the property in Ashe Place, in Normanton, Derby, at about 11:30 BST on Thursday.

An investigation has been launched into the cause of her death, police said.

The force said this was believed to be an isolated incident, adding a 63-year-old suspect remained in police custody.

Ch Insp Lauren Woods said: "As there has been an increased police presence in the area recently we are aware that this may be causing the community concern.

"We would like to provide reassurance that this incident is believed to be isolated and took place inside a property.

"Please feel free to approach them with any information you may have that could help our investigation."

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