Teenager arrested on suspicion of murder after woman falls from flats in Southampton

The 18 year old is still being questioned by police

Author: Harry Stedman, PA and Maria Greenwood Published 2nd Sep 2025

Police are continuing a teenager arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman died falling from a block of flats in Southampton.

Emergency services were called to reports a woman had fallen from the building in Cuckmere Lane, shortly after 2.40pm on Thursday, Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary said.

The 25-year-old victim was found at the scene with significant injuries and died in hospital on Friday.

Her family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

An 18-year-old man from Southampton has now been arrested on suspicion of murder as part of the investigation, the force said yesterday. (Monday)

Police are not looking for any further suspects at this time.

Officers remain in the area carrying out patrols.

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