Man arrested and woman in hospital after incident in Northampton

Police say they believe the woman suffered serious injuries after falling from a window.

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Author: Andrea FoxPublished 25th May 2025

Police are appealing for witnesses following an incident in the Southfields area of Northampton, in the early hours of today, Saturday, May 24.

Officers were called at about 1am to reports of an incident in Tower Field Square. A 37-year-old woman was found serious injuries and was taken to hospital where she remains in a critical condition.

Detective Inspector Tania Ash said:

"An investigation is underway to establish the circumstances that led to the woman's injuries. She was found outside a property in Tower Field Square having sustained serious injuries which we believe may be consistent with a fall from a window.

"We are appealing for anyone who may have seen or heard anything in the area around the time stated which may help with our inquiries. Anyone we haven't already spoken with is asked to get in touch with police as soon as possible.

"A 40-year old man from Northampton has been arrested in connection with the incident and is currently in police custody."

Witnesses or anyone with information are asked to contact Northamptonshire Police on 101 or alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

Information can also be submitted online at www.northants.police.uk/RO and crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information.

Please quote incident number 25000300201 when providing any information to make sure it gets to the right person as quickly as possible.

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