Arrest after woman's body found in Halifax

A 45-year-old man's been arrested on suspicion of murder

Aysgarth Avenue
Author: Liam ArrowsmithPublished 1st Nov 2021

A 45-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after the body of a woman was found in Halifax.

Police were called to a home in Aysgarth Avenue in the Lightcliffe area at around 16:30 on Sunday October 31.

They've not confirmed any details of the woman, or if she had suffered any injuries, but are not looking for any other suspects.

Investigations are now being carried out at the home, where a cordon has been in place since yesterday evening.

Anyone who has any information that might help detectives is being encouraged to contact West Yorkshire Police on 101 quoting log 1317 of 31st October.

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