Man from Leeds questioned over North Yorkshire murder
A body was discovered in Thornton-le-Dale near to Pickering on Wednesday
A 33-year-old man from Leeds is being questioned on suspicion of murder after a body was found in North Yorkshire.
Police say a woman was discovered dead at a home in Thornton-le-Dale near to Pickering at around 12 o'clock on Wednesday afternoon.
The man was arrested a short time later, and detectives have now been given more time to question him.
North Yorkshire Police Detective Superintendent Wayne Fox said:"Enquiries are continuing in our efforts to establish the circumstances which led to the death of a local woman on Wednesday January 5th 2022.
"I want to reassure the local community that, whilst this is a tragic event, North Yorkshire Police are satisfied that we are currently dealing with an isolated incident.
"Our thoughts and sincere condolences go out to the family of the woman who sadly lost her life and they are currently being supported by specially trained officers."