Police launch murder inquiry in Barnstaple

Devon and Cornwall police has launched a murder investigation in Barnstaple.

A murder investigation was launched following the discovery of the body of a 59 year old woman at a property in Barnstaple, North Devon on Monday 17th November.

Officers attended a property in Sunflower Road, Barnstaple on Monday 17th November at 2.20pm after a call from the ambulance service.

The death was initially treated as unexplained but following enquires a 38 year old local man was arrested during the evening on Tuesday 18th November on suspicion of murder.

The deceased, who was found inside the property, is thought to be a local woman, aged 59, although formal identification has not yet taken place.