A man has been arrested after a woman known to him was found dead at home in south London.
The 58-year-old victim had been discovered unresponsive at the residential property in Towpath Way, Croydon just before 5am on Saturday.
Despite the best efforts of emergency services including London Ambulance Service, she was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
The Metropolitan Police launched an investigation, a spokesman said.
He added: “A 57-year-old man has been arrested in connection to her death and remains in police custody.
“It is believed the two parties are known to each other.
“Her next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
“The investigation continues.”
The home has been cordoned off as detectives carry out forensic examinations.
Officers continue to make door-to-door enquiries in the Addiscombe area.