Police have launched an investigation after the body of a woman was discovered inside a property in the Midlands.
Police Discover Body After Welfare Concern
Staffordshire Police officers were called to an address on Ridgway Road in Stoke-on-Trent at approximately 4.10pm on Wednesday, 17 December. The call was made following a report expressing concern for the welfare of a person at the property.
Upon arrival, officers discovered the remains of a woman, who has been identified as being in her 40s. Her next of kin have been informed of her death.
Scene Sealed for Forensic Examination
A police spokesperson confirmed that the death is currently being treated as unexplained. Detectives are keeping an open mind regarding the cause of death while they work to establish the full circumstances.
A scene has been established at the property to allow for a detailed forensic examination. As part of the ongoing investigation, officers are also conducting door-to-door enquiries in the local area to gather information from neighbours and potential witnesses.
Appeal for Information from the Public
Staffordshire Police have issued a public appeal for information to assist their investigation. A spokesperson said: "We are appealing for information after a woman was sadly found dead in Stoke-on-Trent."
Anyone with information that could help detectives is urged to contact the force directly. You can call 101 and quote incident number 490 of 17 December.
For those wishing to remain anonymous, the independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111. The charity assures callers that they can pass on what they know without revealing who they are.
