Woman in her 30s found dead in Bristol with man arrested for ‘murder’

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was found dead in Bristol.

Paramedics were called to an address in Sussex Place, St Pauls, at around 8.40pm yesterday where the body of a woman, believed to be in her 30s, was found.

A 32-year-old man was arrested at the scene and remains in police custody. Detectives said they are not currently looking for anyone else in connection with the woman’s death.

The victim’s family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

Detective Inspector Neil Meade, from the major crime investigation team, said: ‘A thorough investigation will be carried out, and our thoughts are with the family of the woman at what will be an incredibly difficult time.

‘Specially trained family liaison officers will continue to support the family. An investigation is now under way as we work to establish the full circumstances of her death, and this will mean there will be a significant police presence in the area over the coming days.

‘We know this news will come as a shock to the community and people will be concerned, but we are not looking for anybody else in connection to this death, at this time.

‘Anybody with concerns is advised to speak to neighbourhood officers, who will be carrying out extra patrols in the area.’

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