Murder arrest after woman found dead in Bethnal Green
The force added that the woman's next-of-kin had been informed and were being supported by specialist officers.Det Ch Supt Brittany Clarke, who leads the Central East Command Unit, said: "Our team of officers and forensic specialists are working at pace to establish the full circumstances that led to this woman's tragic death."This is believed to be an isolated incident, with no wider risk to the general public. However, residents can expect to see an increased police presence in the area over the coming days."
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