Murder investigation launched following death of woman in Ealing

A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a 45-year-old woman in Ealing.

On Friday, 28 February police were called to a property on Jubilee Road, Perivale at 01:40hrs following reports of a disturbance.

Officers attended the scene alongside the London Ambulance Service who worked hard to save the woman but despite their best efforts she was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

Her family has been made aware of her death and are currently being supported by specialist officers.

A 49-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder at the scene, he currently remains in police custody at a west London police station.

Detective Superintendent Rebecca Reeves, who leads policing in Ealing, said: “I am deeply saddened by this incident, and I know residents in our local area will be too. We have a suspect in our custody and although our investigation is in its early stages, we believe this man was known to the victim.

“We have secured a scene and this will be in place for the remainder of the day, so our officers can obtain crucial evidence for their investigation.

“Our neighbourhood officers will also be present in the area throughout the day – if any local residents have concerns please speak to them. We are there not only to support our investigation team but also there to support you as a community.

"If you know anything that may help us, then please come forward to police by calling 101 stating CAD438/28FEB.”

A special post mortem will be held in due course - the cause of death is currently unknown.

Enquiries into the circumstances are ongoing.