Sudden death of woman, 45, in Portchester as man arrested on suspicion of murder

Police were called to a sudden death of a woman on Monday with a man arrested on suspicion of murder.
By Steve Deeks
Published 18th Apr 2023, 17:27 BST
Updated 18th Apr 2023, 17:27 BST
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Officers attended The Crossway, Portchester, at 9.58am following the death of a 45-year-old woman at an address. The woman’s family is aware and are being supported by officers.

A police spokesman said: ‘An investigation into what happened to ascertain as to whether there are any suspicious circumstances remains ongoing following a Home Office Post-Mortem. As part of our enquiries a 43-year-old man from Somerset has been arrested on suspicion of murder. He remains in police custody at this time.’

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Police activity at the address is expected to conclude this evening.

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