West Yorkshire Police have launched a murder investigation after a woman’s body was discovered at a home on Ken Churchill Drive, Horbury.
Police Respond to Safety Concern
Officers arrived at the property on Thursday 5 March, following a safety report for a woman. After searching the premises, they found a woman’s body believed to be 37-year-old Carolann Barraclough, though formal ID is still pending.
Man Arrested, Investigation Ongoing
A 45-year-old man was arrested yesterday on suspicion of murder and remains in custody. Detectives say the investigation at the scene will continue for several days.
Detective Issues Update and Reassurance
DCI Stacey Atkinson of the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team said: “Complex enquiries remain ongoing at Ken Churchill Drive and will be for a number of days as we investigate what has taken place there.”
“Work to formally ID the woman found at the address remains ongoing, but we do think it is Carolann, and specially trained officers continue to support her family.”
“We recognise this incident will cause concern locally and I can advise residents we are not seeking anyone else in connection with the matter.”
