Body of woman in her 30s found at home after ‘car crashed into McDonald's' as cops arrest man on suspicion of murder
Northamptonshire Police have confirmed that a man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman's body was discovered in Burton Latimer.
Officers said they received reports of a man crashing a blue Skoda Superb at a McDonald's on Folley Way at around 3.30pm on June 13.
Police arrived at the scene, which led to the discovery of a woman in her 30s found dead at an address on Donnington Road.
The East Midlands Special Operations Unit has launched a murder investigation and is appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
A local resident said they saw forensic teams and a heavy police presence in what is usually a quiet town.
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Police said the 35-year-old man arrested remains in custody and confirmed they are not looking for anyone else in connection with the murder.
Neighbourhood policing teams will remain in the area, carrying out regular patrols to reassure the community and encouraging anyone with concerns to speak to them.
Senior investigating officer Detective Inspector Torie Harrison, of EMSOU, said: 'Following the tragic discovery of a woman's body in Burton Latimer yesterday afternoon, our thoughts and condolences are with everyone who knew and loved her.
'We have established a comprehensive and fast-moving investigation into the circumstances of her death, with one arrest made.
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"At present we believe this to be an isolated incident with no risk to the wider community.
'I know news of this death will cause immense concern and distress to people in the local area, and we will be maintaining an enhanced presence over the coming days to provide reassurance and support as enquiries continue.'
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The McDonald's where the man, 35, crashed a blue Skoda was the key location that led police to discover the body of a 30-year-old woman
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