Investigation launched following death of woman in Thornaby

An arrest has been made.

Author: Benjamin FearnPublished 26th Jul 2025

A woman's been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following a death in Thornaby.

Yesterday (Friday 25 July) at 4.45pm police were called to Cornfield Road following the death of a woman, aged 53, at a property. A 25-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter and is currently in police custody for questioning.

A scene is currently in place as part of the investigation.

Anyone who has information is asked to contact Cleveland Police on 101 quoting reference number 139239.

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