Five arrests in connection with woman's death

Three men and two women have been arrested in connection with the death of a woman in Nuneaton.

Officers were called to a property in Bucks Hill shortly after 1am this morning (Saturday) following a report of a disturbance.

Emergency services also attended the scene and a woman – believed to be in her 40s – was found deceased inside.

Her next of kin has been informed. Formal identification and a post-mortem will take place in due course.

A 34-year-old man from Nuneaton, a 32-year-old man of no fixed abode, a 40-year-old man from Nuneaton, a 43-year-old woman from Nuneaton and a 36-year-old woman from Nuneaton have all been arrested on suspicion of murder.

They are in police custody at this time and officers remain at the scene of the property while investigations continue.

Detective Superintendent Caroline Corfield said: “An investigation has begun and we are working to establish the circumstances of the woman’s death, which is unexplained at this time.

“We are currently exploring a number of lines of enquiry as we attempt to build a picture of what has happened.

“We would ask anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in the area over Friday night (12 August) and until about 1.15am this morning to please come forward.

“Equally, if anyone has any concerns or information that can help, we would advise them to approach and speak with one of our officers.

“There will be an increased policing presence in the area, and I would like to reassure the community that we are conducting a thorough investigation.

"Our thoughts are very much with the woman’s family and friends at this difficult time.”