Woman found dead in town near York named by murder detectives
A woman whose body was found at a house in Market Weighton on Sunday (5 March) has been named by police as Helen Harrison.
Ms Harrison, 59, was discovered by officers who were called to reports of a concern for safety at the property on Aspen Close.
A Humberside Police spokesperson said: “Upon attending, sadly it was discovered that Helen had sustained fatal injuries.
Aspen Close, Market Weighton
“A 39-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and currently remains in police custody whilst we continue with lines of enquiry.
“Helen’s family continue to be supported by specialist trained officers and have asked for privacy at this difficult time.”
Police said that there would be an increased number of officers in the area this week, but added it was “an isolated incident between individuals known to each other with no wider risk to members of the public”.