Police verify arrest after lady in her 80s dies following critical assault | EUROtoday

A girl in her 80s has died after a critical assault inside a flat in Wiltshire, police stated.

Emergency providers have been referred to as to the flat on Keepers Road in Devizes at about 8.10am on Christmas Day.

Police officers and paramedics attended however the lady was declared useless on the scene.

Wiltshire Police confirmed a 63-year-old lady, who is thought to the sufferer, has been arrested on suspicion of homicide.

She has been taken to hospital for remedy to accidents which aren’t considered life-changing.

Detective Inspector Alan Smith, from Wiltshire Police’s main crime investigation workforce, stated: “This is a tragic incident in which an elderly woman has lost her life on Christmas Day.

“We have arrested a woman who is known to the victim and I can confirm we are not looking for anyone else in connection with it.

“A scene has been set up at the flat and an urgent investigation is being carried out, which will involve house-to-house enquiries.

“Local residents will see an increased policing presence over the coming days. If you have any concerns, or you have any information, please don’t hesitate to speak to one of our officers.”

Police stated inquiries have been ongoing to establish the sufferer’s subsequent of kin.

A cordon has been arrange on the deal with and is more likely to stay in place for the remainder of Christmas Day and into Boxing Day, a spokesman added.