Arrest made as police called to woman's sudden death

Officers attended Gladstone Street in Raunds

Author: Trevor ThomasPublished 18th Feb 2025

One man’s been arrested after police were called to the sudden death of a woman in Raunds.

Officers attended Gladstone Street just before 4pm yesterday (Monday 17th).

A Northamptonshire Police spokeswoman told us:

“At the present time, this woman’s death is being treated as unexplained and an investigation to establish the circumstances behind it are underway.

“Her next of kin have been informed and our thoughts are with her family and friends at this very sad time.

“A police cordon is expected to remain in place throughout the day and anyone in the local area with any concerns is welcome to approach one of the neighbour policing officers on patrol who will be happy to help.

“A man in his 40s has been arrested in connection with the incident and is currently in police custody. A forensic post-mortem is due to take place at Leicester Royal Infirmary."

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