A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was found dead in Darlington on Wednesday night. Officers were called to an address in Parkgate at about 9.15pm.
A woman was pronounced dead at the scene, Durham Constabulary have confirmed. Formal identification has yet to take place, but it is believed to be a woman in her 40s.
Two men arrested
An investigation has been launched, and two men have been arrested – a 44-year-old on suspicion of murder, and a 27-year-old on suspicion of assisting an offender. Both men have been taken into police custody where they remain.
Police cordon in place
Specialist crime scene investigators are currently at the scene and officers are carrying out enquiries in the area. A cordon is in place and is expected to remain for some time.
Further updates relating to this incident are expected to be released as the investigation continues.
