CONTENT WARNING: This article discusses domestic violence.
NSW Police have arrested a man in Sydney after a woman’s body was discovered at a home in the inner west. The body was found after reports of a domestic incident.
Police were called to the scene at a home on Clements St in Russell Lea, where they found the body of a deceased woman. The woman was believed to have been in her 50s but is yet to be formally identified.
A 42-year-old man was arrested at the scene and taken to Burwood Police Station for further questioning. NSW Police have confirmed he was known to the woman.
A crime scene has been established at the home and police detectives are investigating the incident. The 42-year-old man is assisting police with inquiries.
Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact local police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Help is available.
- If you require immediate assistance, please call 000.
- If you’d like to speak to someone about domestic violence, please call the 1800 Respect hotline on 1800 737 732 or chat online.
- Under 25? You can reach Kids Helpline at 1800 55 1800 or chat online.
