Woman found dead at Portsmouth house as man arrested for murder
A concern for welfare was reported
A man has been arrested for the murder of a woman after a concern for welfare was reported.
As reported, police have been camped in Cyprus Road, Fratton, with forensic officers seen going in and out of house.
A cordon was set up outside the house - with the road having since been closed off.
Now police have confirmed a woman in her 70s was found dead at the house with a 48-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder.
A police spokesperson said: “We were called just before 10am on Monday (14 September) to a concern for welfare at an address on Cyprus Road in Portsmouth.
“Sadly, a woman in her 70s was pronounced dead at the scene. Her next of kin have been notified and are currently being supported by specialist officers.
“Our investigation is ongoing to establish the exact circumstances of what happened, and the death is currently being treated as suspicious.”
Police added: “As part of our enquiries, a 48-year-old man from Portsmouth has been arrested on suspicion of murder. He remains in police custody at this time. Police remain at the scene as they continue to carry out enquiries to establish what happened.
“Anyone with any concerns or information can speak to one of our uniformed Neighbourhood Policing Team patrols in the area.”