Police were called by the London Ambulance Service to a property in Tyrawley Road at around 1am following reports a woman had been found with head injuries.
A woman in her 40s was pronounced dead at the scene. Her next-of-kin has been informed and is being supported by specialist officers. A post-mortem examination will be held in due course.
A 45-year-old man, believed to be known to the woman, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder. He was taken into police custody, where he remains.
Detectives from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command have launched a murder investigation and the community can expect to see a heightened police presence in the area while their enquiries continue.
Detective Chief Inspector Wayne Jolley, who is leading the investigation, said:
“My thoughts are with the family and friends of the woman who has sadly died.
“We have launched a murder investigation and my detectives will be working round-the-clock to establish the circumstances of this tragic incident.
“I would ask that anyone who has information that might be relevant to our enquiries contacts the police.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting CAD 331/30APR26, or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
