Woman found dead in Feltham; man arrested
Police launched a murder investigation after a woman was discovered at a property in Chertsey Road.
A murder investigation has been launched in Feltham after a woman was discovered dead at a property in Chertsey Road. Officers attended the address on Thursday afternoon to conduct a welfare check, at which point the victim was found. Her next-of-kin have been informed and are receiving support from specialist officers. A post-mortem examination and formal identification are expected to take place.
Following the discovery, a 31-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder. He has been taken to hospital for treatment and remains there for observation, according to a Metropolitan Police spokesperson. The victim was 26 years old.
Police appeal for information
Detective Chief Inspector Sarah Lee, who is leading the investigation, acknowledged the concern such an incident may cause within the community. She stated that police believe the incident to be isolated and that officers acted swiftly to apprehend a suspect. The public is urged to come forward with any information that might assist the inquiry. Police are particularly interested in doorbell or dashcam footage from the Chertsey Road area. Those with information can contact police by calling 101 and quoting reference 01/8264940/26. Information can also be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 111 555.
Questions this report answers
01What happened in Feltham?
A murder investigation has been launched after a 26-year-old woman was found dead at a property in Chertsey Road on Thursday afternoon. A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
02When did police discover the woman?
Officers found the woman on Thursday afternoon when they attended an address in Chertsey Road, Feltham, to carry out a welfare check. The investigation was subsequently launched.
03Has anyone been arrested?
Yes, a 31-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder shortly after the woman was discovered. He is currently receiving hospital treatment and observation.
04What are the police asking for?
The Metropolitan Police are asking anyone with information, especially doorbell or dashcam footage from the Chertsey Road area around the time of the incident, to contact them. They can be reached on 101, quoting reference 01/8264940/26.
Support is available without a police report
Find London services, specialist support and the rights set out in the Victims’ Code. If someone is in immediate danger, call 999.
Find victim supportSend a correction or case update
If a hearing, charge or outcome has changed, send the court, case number and source document so we can update the record.
Contact the desk