Man Arrested After Woman Found Dead in Chingford

Detectives launch probe after woman in her 60s dies from head injuries at Waverley Avenue home.

Horror Scene Unfolds Late Wednesday

Police rushed to a disturbance call at 11.30pm on Wednesday, 22 January, at an address on Waverley Avenue, Chingford, E4. Officers discovered a woman in her 60s with serious head injuries. Sadly, she was pronounced dead at the scene.

Man in His 20s Nabbed

A man, believed to be in his 20s, was arrested at the property and taken to a north London police station. Officers say the victim and suspect were known to each other. The investigation into the full circumstances continues.

Police Seek Witnesses

Police are working to identify the victim and inform her next of kin. A post-mortem will be arranged soon. Detectives urge anyone with information to call 101 quoting reference 8609/jan22.

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