A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was stabbed to death in Honor Oak.
At around 4.30am on Wednesday, January 3, a man attended a police station claiming to have harmed a woman at a residential address on Parbury Road, police said.
Officers visited the property, where they found the body of a 32-year-old woman.
Detective Chief Inspector Matt Webb said: “This is a tragic incident that has left a family devastated.
“While I understand the shock that will be felt by the local community, I would like to stress that we are not looking for any other people in connection with the murder and there is no immediate risk to the public.
“My thoughts are with the victim’s loved ones at this sad time.”
The woman’s next of kin has been notified and a post-mortem examination will be scheduled in due course.
The arrested man, aged 38, was taken to hospital as a precaution.
Chief Superintendent Trevor Lawry said: “We recognise the concern and worry this tragic incident will have caused to residents in the local area and we are supporting our homicide colleagues as they conduct their investigation.
“I would like to thank those living in the area around the crime scene for their patience and understanding as officers and specialists go about their enquiries.
“My thoughts are with the victim’s family.”
A crime scene remains in place and enquiries are ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 or Tweet on ‘X’ @MetCC quoting 856/03JAN. To remain 100% anonymous call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.