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Hitchin murder arrest after woman in her 70s dies
Overview
A 59-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman in her 70s was pronounced dead at a property in Hitchin. Hertfordshire Police attended the scene following a concern for welfare report and believe the individuals were known to each other.
Key points
- A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a woman.
- Hertfordshire Police responded to a concern for welfare report on Armour Rise in Hitchin.
- A woman in her 70s was pronounced dead at the scene.
- The 59-year-old suspect remains in police custody.
- Police believe the man and the woman were known to each other.