Woman's body found near Tewkesbury

The body was discovered yesterday morning

Published 19th Feb 2024

An investigation has started, after a woman’s body was found near Tewkesbury.

At around 8.30am yesterday, police were called after a woman’s body was discovered on a country lane on Kemerton Road in Bredon, Worcestershire.

A woman in her 50s was pronounced dead at the scene.

An investigation has been open, to establish the circumstances surrounding the woman’s death, which is currently being treated as unexplained.

Detective Chief Inspector Gareth Lougher, from West Mercia Police, said: “Our investigation is in its early stages with enquiries on-going to establish the cause of death and circumstances surrounding the incident. People may see an increased police presence in the area as we carry out enquiries as part of the investigation.”

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