Man arrested on suspicion of murder after woman found dead in Blackburn

Lancashire Police say they're not looking for anyone else in connection with the death

Author: Harry Booth/Helen William, PAPublished 6th Mar 2023
Last updated 6th Mar 2023

A 30-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was found dead at a property in Blackburn.

Her body was discovered after officers were called at around 7.55am on Saturday to reports of a serious assault in the Mill Hill area.

She was found at an address in Primrose Terrace.

A police spokesman said a 30-year-old man, from Blackburn, is in custody, adding:

"At this time we are not looking for anyone else in connection with the death."

The woman's next of kin have been informed and are being supported by trained officers.

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