Murder investigation launched after woman found dead in Bude

Detectives have launched a murder investigation into the death of a woman in Bude.

Police were called to a report of a concern for welfare for a woman at an address on Cherrill Gardens, Bude, at around 1pm on Sunday 29 June.

Officers and paramedics attended, and a 93-year-old woman was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Her next of kin have been informed.

A 65-year-old man from the Bude area has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody at this time.

Detective Inspector Rob Smith, senior investigating officer, said: “We are currently carrying out enquiries to establish what happened in this very sad case.

“A cordon has been set up to allow for a thorough investigation of the scene to take place.

“It is believed that the man and the woman were known to each other.

“The community should be reassured that this is being treated as an isolated incident and at this time we are not seeking anyone else in connection to the death.

“There will be a heightened police presence in the area over the coming days as enquiries are ongoing, and I would encourage anyone, if you have any concerns, to contact officers from the local neighbourhood policing team.”

If you witnessed the incident or have any information or dashcam footage that could help with enquiries, please contact police via our website here or by calling 101 quoting reference number 50250165800.