Police launch murder probe after death of woman in her 40s in Newmarket

Police have launched a murder probe after the death of a woman in her 40s in Newmarket. Officers entered a property in Exning Road at 9.55am this morning (Tuesday). Upon entering officers discovered the body of a woman.

Paramedics were also in attendance, but the victim, a woman aged in her 40s, was declared deceased at the scene. Two men, a 47-year-old man and a 38-year-old man, have been arrested on suspicion of murder. Both men have been taken to Martlesham Police Investigation Centre for questioning.

Two police cordons are in place within Exning Road as police enquiries take place. Detectives are treating this as an isolated incident however this will understandably cause concern in the local area. Residents will see an increased police presence, including uniformed officers.

Members of the public are encouraged to approach officers and discuss any concerns they may have. Any witnesses or anyone with any information that could assist the inquiry is asked to contact the Major Investigation Team, quoting reference 37/68826/23, via: Website - https://www.suffolk.police.uk/tell-us[2]

Phone - Call 101

Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their online form: www.crimestoppers-uk.org[3].

Please note in the event of an emergency you should always call 999.

References

1. ^ When 10 nights of closures on A14 Orwell Bridge will end (www.suffolklive.com)
2. ^ https://www.suffolk.police.uk/tell-us (gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com)
3. ^ www.crimestoppers-uk.org (gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com)