Man arrested on suspicion of murder in Redditch

A murder investigation has been launched after a woman was stabbed in Redditch this morning (Monday 11 November).

Officers were called to an address on Other Road in Redditch at around 9.30am.

A 44-year-old woman was found with stab wounds and sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

A 46-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder. He remains in police custody.

Detective Chief Inspector Gareth Lougher said: “Officers and paramedics were promptly on scene; however, it became clear the woman’s injuries were not survivable and she sadly died at the scene.

“We have arrested one man on suspicion of murder, and he remains in police custody.

“I would like to reassure the local community we believe there to be no wider risk to the public. A cordon is currently in place and the public can expect to see officers there throughout the day while enquiries are being carried out.”

Issued by EL, Corporate Communications.