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Man arrested on suspicion of murder after woman found dead in Nelson

News | Rhys Williams | Published: 11:27, Thursday May 9th, 2019.
Last updated: 11:28, Thursday May 9th, 2019

A 70-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was found dead in Nelson.

Emergency services were called to an address on High Street at around 10.40pm on Wednesday, May 8.

The 67-year-old woman was pronounced dead at the scene and her death is being treated as suspicious.

The man, who is said to be from the area, is currently in police custody while investigations are carried out.

Anyone with information can contact Gwent Police on 101, quoting log 518 8/5/19.

Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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