A murder investigation is underway after a woman in her 20s was found dead and a two-year-old girl was seriously injured in Ashford, Surrey. The tragic incident occurred on Thursday, January 16, at an address on Woodthorpe Road.
Police were called at 1:15pm following reports of safety concerns at the location. Upon arrival, officers discovered the woman and child with severe injuries. Despite efforts from paramedics and police, the woman was pronounced dead at the scene.
“A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder. The victims and the suspect were known to each other. There is not believed to be any wider risk to the community. An investigation, led by the Surrey and Sussex Police Major Crime Team, is underway and enquiries remain ongoing.
Ongoing Investigation
Detectives from the Surrey and Sussex Police Major Crime Team are leading the investigation. Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact police.
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