Murder investigation launched in Worcester
Police were called out to an address on Haresfield Close yesterday (March 2nd)
Last updated 16th Apr 2024
A murder investigations been launched after the death of a woman in Worcester.
Emergency services were called at about 20:30 yesterday evening (March 2nd) to an address, on Haresfield Close, from which, they took another woman to hospital, aged 38, with life-threatening injuries.
A 61-year-old died at the scene, whilst a 50-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder.
Detective Chief Inspector Leighton Harding of the Murder Investigation Unit said: “I understand that incidents of this nature can be alarming, but I would like to reassure the local community that this was an isolated incident and there is no wider risk to the public.
“You will notice a higher police presence in the area in the coming days as officers investigate this incident.
"Our thoughts are with the family of the woman who has sadly lost her life.”