Murder investigation after woman's death in Whittington

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was found dead in a village.

Emergency services were called to an address on Lichfield Road, Whittington, near Lichfield, at about 10:42 GMT on Thursday, Staffordshire Police said.

The 68-year-old woman was confirmed dead at the scene by paramedics.

Detectives confirmed they are treating her death as murder and are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.

A 26-year-old man was detained in Slough, Berkshire, and remains in police custody.

Meanwhile a 72-year-old man, also arrested in connection with the death, has been released under investigation.

Police have said they are keen to hear from anyone in the village who saw a red Peugeot 208 on Lichfield Road between 08:00-11:00 on Thursday.

The Staffordshire force has also stepped up patrols in the area to reassure people in the community.

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