Murder investigation launched after woman dies
Police were first called to Newcastle Road, Madeley on Monday
Detectives have launched a murder investigation following the death of a woman in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Officers were first called to Newcastle Road, Madeley, at 9.46pm on Monday (1 May) following reports of a man acting suspiciously.
A short time later, a woman was found with serious facial injuries and rushed to hospital.
Sadly, despite the best efforts of medical staff over the last few days, she died last night (Wednesday 3 May).
The woman has now been formally identified as 54-year-old Suzanne Henry from Madeley.
A 20-year-old man, from Newcastle-under-Lyme, who was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, has now been further arrested in custody on suspicion of murder and is being questioned about the incident by detectives.
Detective Inspector Adrian Webb, from the force's Major Investigations Department, said: “My thoughts and condolences are with Suzanne’s family at this deeply traumatic time.
“I understand the state of shock, both in the family and the wider community, that such a tragic event has happened in the town of Madeley.
“We are solely focused on securing justice for Suzanne’s family and making sure we do everything possible to support them through this incredibly difficult time.
“I’d like to thank all of those who have already been in touch with information and for the patience which has been shown around the cordon on Newcastle Road.
“There could still be people with valuable information that haven’t came forward yet and we’d urge those people to get in touch with us as soon as they can.”
Those who were in the following areas between 5pm and 10.15pm on Monday (1 May), either on foot or driving, are asked to get in touch if they have any information:
A525, Newcastle Road
The junction of Moss Lane, near the fishing pool, through to the junction of Mill Lane
Bevan Place and Lindops Lane.