ONE man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after an investigation was launched into an unexplained death in Tilehurst.
Thames Valley Police officers were called to reports of a public cardiac arrest at the riverbank behind Tilehurst Station at around 11.30pm on Sunday, August 28.
A 28-year-old woman was taken to hospital but died despite the best effort of medical professionals.
The woman’s next of kin have not yet been informed, so she has not been formally identified yet.
A 39-year-old man from Reading was arrested on suspicion of murder on Sunday, and remains in police custody.
A scene remains in place at the location but is expected to be released later today (Wednesday, August 27).
Senior investigating officer Detective Inspector Alice Broad, of our Major Crime Unit, said: “We understand this unexplained death and arrest will be of concern but we do not believe there is any threat to the wider public.
“While we have arrested a man on suspicion of murder, the woman’s death is currently unexplained and the suspect remains in our custody.
“While the deceased woman has not been formally identified as we have not spoken to her next of kin yet, we believe she was staying in the area and knew the suspect. Please be considerate that her next of kin are not aware when posting online.
“We are in the early stages of a complex investigation but we are following a number of lines of enquiry to establish the circumstances around the death.”
“Anyone with information should call 101 or contact us via our website, quoting reference number 43250434350.
“Alternatively, provide information anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or via its website.
“We apologise for any inconvenience caused by the scene.”
