Man arrested on suspicion of woman's murder

Staffordshire Police said officers were called to an address in Burton-on-Trent on Sunday morning

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder as officers investigate the death of a woman.

Staffordshire Police said officers were called to reports of a body at a property on Byrkley Street, Burton-upon-Trent at about 09:55 BST on Sunday.

"A woman in her 50s was found and, despite the best efforts of medical personnel, there was nothing that could be done to save her," said a force spokesperson.

Her death is being treated as unexplained and a 41-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody for questioning.

The Staffordshire force added the woman's next of kin have been informed.

Officers are appealing for anyone with any information to come forward.

A police cordon was put in place at the property while further inquiries were carried out.