Murder inquiry launched after body found in Pontefract flat
A murder inquiry has been launched after a body was discovered in a Pontefract flat this afternoon.
The Homicide and Major Enquiry Team (HMET) has this evening launched an investigation after the body of the adult was found at the flat on Horsefair at 4.17pm today.
Initial investigations are ongoing into what took place and a woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the incident.
She remains in police custody this evening.
Anyone who has information which could assist the inquiry or who saw suspicious activity at the address is asked to contact the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team on 101 referencing police log 1114 of January 13.
Information can also be given online at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/livechat or anonymously to the independent CrimeStoppers charity on 0800 555 111.