Pensioner, 86, found murdered in small Somerset village
The woman, who has not been named, died at a house in Westonzoyland, near Bridgwater, on Tuesday morning.
A man in his 60s has been arrested on suspicion of her murder and is in police custody at a hospital.
Police were called to an address in Monmouth Close at 9.17am and arrived at the scene at 9.50am.
The man was arrested 'a few minutes later' before paramedics pronounced the woman dead at the scene.
Neighbourhood Inspector Jon Eamer, of Avon and Somerset Police, said the woman was yet to be formally identified but her family were aware of her death.
'The woman's family are aware of her death and our sympathies are with them at this incredibly upsetting time,' he said. 'We will ensure they receive support from specially trained officers going forward.
'Detectives from our major crime investigation team are conducting extensive enquiries at the scene to establish exactly what has happened. A forensic post-mortem examination will also be carried out as part of our investigation.
'We can confirm a man has been arrested on suspicion of murder. He remains in police custody at hospital.
'Our enquiries are at an early stage, but we'd like to reassure everyone we do not believe there is any increased risk to members of the public.
'Nevertheless, we know this tragic incident will cause concern and upset in the local community, and therefore we will ensure neighbourhood officers are available in the area to provide help and support to anyone who needs us.'
Westonzoyland is a small village east of Bridgwater which is home to 1,465 people, according to the 2021 census.
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