Man arrested on suspicion of murder in Rugby
A woman's body was found this morning at a house in Aqua Place.
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the death of a woman in Rugby.
A police investigation is underway after the woman’s body was discovered at a house in Aqua Place this morning (Tuesday 8 October).
Police were called to the property at 9.39am to find the body of a woman in her 70s.
A 78-year-old man from Rugby was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder. He is currently in hospital being treated for injuries.
Detective Chief Inspector Helen Waite from Warwickshire Police Major Investigation Unit said: “This is a tragic incident, and we have launched an investigation to establish what has happened.
“The woman’s family has been informed and they are being supported by specially trained officers.
“At this time, we believe the incident was contained to the property and there was no risk to the wider public.”