Woman Found Stabbed to Death in Whitechapel, Man Held
Police rushed to Hadfield House on Ellen Street, Whitechapel early Sunday after welfare concerns triggered a 999 call at 8:17am. Officers discovered a woman in her 30s or 40s unresponsive with multiple stab wounds.
Tragic Discovery in Whitechapel Flat
The victim’s identity is believed known, with detectives working to inform her next of kin. A post-mortem will be arranged shortly to confirm cause of death.
Man Arrested on Murder Suspicion
Nearby, police arrested a man in his 30s suspected of murder. He remains in custody at an east London police station. Investigators say the suspect and victim were known to each other.
Homicide Unit Takes Over Investigation
Specialist Crime (Homicide) detectives are leading the probe. Authorities have urged anyone with info to contact the incident room on 020 8345 3865, quoting reference CAD1612/21 Jan. Alternatively, tips can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
