A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a woman in Poole.

Officers have launched an investigation following the death of a 44-year-old woman from Poole.

At 5.39am on Sunday December 6, officers received a report from the ambulance service of a sudden death of a woman at an address in Cashmoor Close.

The cause of death is currently unexplained. Her next of kin have been informed and the coroner notified.

A 46-year-old Poole man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is helping officers with their enquiries.

Detective Inspector Wayne Seymour, of the Major Crime Investigation Team (MCIT), said: “Our thoughts are with the woman’s family and friends.

“At this time it is not clear what the cause of the death is, but we are following all lines of enquiry and a detailed investigation is underway to establish the full circumstances.

“I am appealing for anyone who was in the area and may have important information to assist my investigation to please get in touch.”

The house and car outside in Cashmoor Close has been cordoned off for most of Sunday.

Two officers were stationed outside the property, while crime scene investigators entered the property.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk, via email to 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk, or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55200183360.

Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.