There will be a heightened police presence over the next few days
A stock image of a police cordon(Image: PAUL GILLIS / Reach Plc)
A 36-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after the death of a woman in her 80s.
Police were called to a property in the Ashton area, near Helston, just after midnight on Friday, May 29, where they found the deceased.
A 36-year-old man from Penzance has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody at time of writing.
Detective Inspector Pete Gee said: “A police cordon has been established at the scene and enquiries are ongoing.
“At this time, I would like to reassure the community that incidents of this nature are very rare but if anyone has any concerns, I encourage them to approach and speak to our officers. A heightened police presence is expected to remain in the area over the next few days as enquiries are ongoing.”
The woman’s next of kin have been informed.
Devon and Cornwall Police are asking anyone with useful information to contact them via their website or by calling 101 and quoting the reference number 50260136049.
You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on their website or by calling freephone 0800 555111.