Man arrested on suspicion of murder after woman dies in Colchester
She was found seriously injured in Wickham Road this morning
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after the death of a woman in Colchester.
She was found seriously injured at an address in Wickham Road at around 11:45am today.
She passed away at the scene. A man who was also found injured at the address is being treated in hospital, where he has been arrested.
Police think its an isolated incident. A cordon remains in place at the scene.
Detective Chief Inspector Antony Alcock, of Essex Police, who’s leading the investigation, said:
“This incident has taken place in a really residential area and I know it will be worrying to people living nearby.
“At this stage we don’t believe there is a risk to the wider public and we’re not looking for anyone else in connection with it.
“You will see an increased visible police presence in the area as specialist detectives and staff investigate and uniformed officers provide reassurance.
“I need anyone who saw or heard anything, or has any information to contact my team.”