Murder probe launched after woman found dead in Hammersmith flat

A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a 36-year-old woman in Hammersmith, London.

Met Police were called to a residential property in Coulter Road, on Sunday, 9 February just before 10:15pm following reports that a man was attempting to force entry into one of the flats.

Officers arrived and having gained entry to the property found a woman, aged 36 who had died, following what appears to be a head injury.

A 38-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and remains in custody.

The next of kin has yet to be informed. Met police are awaiting formal identification. A post-mortem examination will take place in due course.

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Detective Chief Inspector, Ollie Stride who is leading the investigation, said: “We are saddened to hear about the loss of this young woman and are working to ensure that her family are informed and supported by specialist officers as soon as possible.

“I understand the impact this incident will have had on neighbours and the community and we are doing everything we can to investigate the circumstances. Although we have made an arrest, we still need to have an understanding of what took place last night in Coulter Road.

“Did you see or hear anything unusual on Sunday, 9 February? If you did, then please speak with us by contacting 101, and quoting CAD 6487/9Feb. You can otherwise contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”