Murder investigation launched in Scunthorpe
Police say two people have been arrested
Last updated 7th Oct 2022
Two people have been arrested follow an incident in Scunthorpe on Saturday 1st October.
Emergency services were called to concerns for the safety of a woman in an alleyway, between Berkeley Street and Sheffield Street West in Scunthorpe, around 8.50 pm on the 1st October.
The woman was taken to hospital for treatment, after being found with a life-threatening head injury.
She died as a result of her injuries on Wednesday (5th October).
A murder investigation has since been launched by Humberside Police.
An 18-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody.
A woman was also arrested in connection with the incident, and was later released under investigation.
Detective Chief Inspector Nicole Elliott leading the investigation said: “Since the incident, officers have been investigating a number of lines of enquiries to establish how the woman came to sustain her injuries.
“We understand that a tragic incident of this nature will cause shock to the local community. Those living in the area will see an increased number of officers over the coming days."
"Our neighbourhood policing team are also in the area providing reassurance to residents and the local community. Please come and speak to us if you have any concerns."
The victim's family are being supported at this time.
Anyone with information, or dash cam or CCTV footage are being encouraged to contact police on the non-emergency number 101 - quoting log 31 of 2nd October.