Woman, 47, found dead in Wisbech home with murder probe launched as cops hunt killer

COPS have launched a murder investigation after a woman was found dead in her home.

The body of a 47-year-old woman was found in her home in Wisbech, Cambs, yesterday.

An ambulance was called at 6.33am to the Beechwood Road property.

The post-mortem examination will take place this Friday to determine the cause of death.

Detective Inspector Lee Martin, from the Major Crime Unit, said: "We are following several leads and carrying out enquiries to find those responsible.

"No arrests have yet been made.

"We believe the woman was killed between 10pm on 9 January and 6am on 10 January.

"I would appeal to anyone with any information to get in touch with us as a matter of urgency.

"I understand this is likely to be concerning to local people but we do believe it to be an isolated incident.

"We have extra patrols in the area today who are there for people to speak to if they wish."