Sixteen-year-old boy arrested in Bristol murder investigation
A woman, aged in her late teens, died in the St Andrew's area yesterday
Last updated 22nd Oct 2024
Officers have arrested a 16-year-old boy on suspicion of murder following the death of a woman in the St Andrew’s area of Bristol on Sunday (20/10).
Emergency services were called to a property in Cromwell Road at 6.23pm where a woman, believed to be aged in her late teens, was pronounced deceased.
Formal identification has yet to be completed, but police say her next of kin has been informed.
A forensic post-mortem examination will take place to determine her cause of death.
The boy was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and he remains in police custody.
An investigation has been launched by the Major Crime Investigation Team and a cordon is in place in Cromwell Road.
Neighbourhood Chief Inspector Vicks Hayward-Melen said: “Tragically, a young woman has lost her life and our thoughts are with her family and loved ones at this devastating time. Specialist family liaison officers are supporting them and will continue to keep them updated on our investigation."
“There will be a large police presence in the area over the coming days whilst we carry out the investigation, however we do believe this was an isolated incident and that there is no wider risk to the public.
“Our neighbourhood teams will be in the area conducting reassurance patrols and I would encourage anyone with any concerns to please speak to them.”