Woman, 41, arrested on suspicion of murder after another woman, 57, found stabbed to death
Durham Police raced to an address on Bakewell Place, Newton Aycliffe, to discover the grizzly scene on Wednesday.
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Cops were called to the property by the ambulance service after receiving reports that a woman had suffered stab wounds.
A 57-year-old woman was tragically pronounced dead at the scene despite the best efforts of paramedics.
A 41-year-old woman was arrested at a separate address on suspicion of murder shortly after.
Officers said they believed it was an isolated incident with an investigation into the woman's death ongoing.
The force said residents should expect to see an increased police presence in the town.
Police tape ringed the crime scene as the force began probing the incident.
Officers in forensic suits were spotted at one of the properties as the investigation got underway.
A Durham Police spokesperson said: "An investigation is ongoing and residents should expect to see an increased police presence in the town over the coming days whilst inquiries are carried out."
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