Man, 35, is arrested for murder after woman in her 50s is found dead at £500,000 house in picturesque Sussex village
- Police launch murder inquiry after the body of a woman was found in East Sussex
- The woman, in her 50s, was discovered at property in Rotherfield, Crowborough
- Sussex Police said they were called following concerns for woman’s welfare
Police have launched a murder inquiry after the body of a woman was found at a £500,000 house in a village in Sussex.
The woman in her 50s was discovered at the property in Court Meadow Close, Rotherfield, near Crowborough.
Sussex Police were called to the address following concerns for the welfare of the woman, the force said.
Detectives said they have arrested a 35-year-old man as part of a ‘fast moving investigation.’
Detective Chief Inspector Alex Geldart, Surrey and Sussex Major Crime Team, said: ‘This is a tragic incident and my thoughts are with the family and friends of the victim at this difficult time.
The woman in her 50s was discovered at the property (pictured) in Court Meadow Close, Rotherfield, near Crowborough
Sussex Police were called to the address following concerns for the welfare of the woman, the force said
‘This is a fast moving and complex investigation still involving many lines of enquiry.
‘We have spoken to a number of people in the local area as part of our investigation already but we are still urging anyone who heard or saw anything unusual or out of place over the last few days to make contact with us.
‘There will be an enhanced police presence in the area for the foreseeable time while we continue our enquiries.’
Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting Operation Coppice or contact Crimestoppers anonymously.’
Detectives said they have arrested a 35-year-old man as part of a ‘fast moving investigation.’ Pictured: Court Meadow Close in Rotherfield, East Sussex