A murder investigation has been launched after a woman’s body was found by a private members’ club on the River Thames, with one man arrested.
Police and paramedics are searching the river in Henley-on-Thames, south Oxfordshire, while a 44-year-old man remains in custody.
Officers rushed to Phyllis Court Drive shortly before 8am on Friday, where they found the woman’s body.
A 44-year-old man was arrested at the scene, on suspicion of murder.
The Phyllis Court Club remains closed, according to their website, as there continues to be an increased police presence in the area.
Detective Inspector Rob Underhill, said: ‘The investigation is still in its early stages; however, an arrest has been made, and we are not seeking anyone else in connection with the incident.
‘I want to reassure the community that there is no risk to the wider public.
‘Members of the public are likely to see an increased police presence while we continue to investigate, and we would advise anyone with any concerns to please speak to one of our uniformed officers.’
Police and paramedics are searching the River Thames in Henley-on-Thames, south Oxfordshire, after a woman’s body was found by at a private members’ club
A 44-year-old man was arrested at the scene, on suspicion of murder. Pictured: A police search team and forensic investigators search for evidence in the River Thames
Officers rushed to Phyllis Court Drive shortly before 8am on Friday, where they found the woman’s body. Pictured: A police search team and forensic investigators search for evidence in the River Thames
A spokesman for the force said: ‘We have launched a murder investigation following the death of a woman in Henley-on-Thames.
‘At around 7.50am today (Friday), officers were called to Phyllis Court Drive, Henley-on-Thames, following the death of a woman.
‘A 44-year-old man from Henley-on-Thames has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
‘He remains in police custody.
‘A scene watch is in place and there will be an increased police presence in the area while we investigate.
‘At this time, the victim has not yet been formally identified.’
Anyone with information should call 101 or contact us via our website. Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or via its website.
