A MURDER investigation has been launched after a woman’s body was discovered in Waterlooville.

Police were called at 11.30am on Thursday, December 28 to a report that the body of a 37-year-old woman had been located inside a house on Nevinson Way.

The woman’s family has been informed.

A 36-year-old man has been treated for injuries to his arms and has subsequently been arrested on suspicion of murder. He will be questioned by detectives in due course.

An investigation is ongoing to establish what happened, with the death currently being treated as suspicious.

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District Commander, Chief Inspector Habib Rahman said: “This is a concerning incident for the local community, but we do not believe there is any risk to the public. Specialist officers will remain at the scene while we establish what happened.

“The Neighbourhood Policing Team will be carrying out regular patrols in the area and anyone with questions or concerns can speak to these uniformed officers”.

Anyone with information which could help the investigation is asked to call 101 quoting reference number 44230528077 (Operation Colwort).

Alternatively, information can be submitted online by visiting the Hampshire Constabulary website, or by calling Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.