Police have launched a murder investigation after a 71-year-old woman died after being attacked in a cemetery.

Officers were called to Crofton Cemetery at Lychgate Green, in Stubbington, Hampshire just before 4pm yesterday. It had been reported that a 71-year-old woman had been assaulted there.She was treated at the scene but was pronounced dead a short time later.

Her family has been informed and is being supported by specialist officers, according to Hampshire Police.

A Hampshire Police spokesperson said: ‘A scene will remain on at the cemetery while officers carry out enquiries.

‘A 66-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody at this time.

Content by: Liam Coleman

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