Man held over murder of woman after McDonald's crash

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the discovery of a woman's body in a house after police were called to reports of a car crashing into a McDonald's restaurant.

The victim, in her 30s, was found at a house in Donnington Road, Burton Latimer, near Kettering.

Northamptonshire Police said their inquiries led them there after they were called to reports of a man crashing a blue Skoda car into the McDonald's in nearby Folley Way, at about 15:30 BST on Friday.

The 35-year-old man remains in police custody following his arrest, and detectives said they were not looking for anyone else in connection with the case.

Senior investigating officer Det Insp Torie Harrison, from East Midlands Special Operations Unit, said: "Following the tragic discovery of a woman's body in Burton Latimer yesterday afternoon, our thoughts and condolences are with everyone who knew and loved her.

"We have established a comprehensive and fast-moving investigation into the circumstances of her death, with one arrest made.

"At present we believe this to be an isolated incident with no risk to the wider community.

"I know news of this death will cause immense concern and distress to people in the local area, and we will be maintaining an enhanced presence over the coming days to provide reassurance and support as inquiries continue."

Officers have urged anyone with information, including CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage to contact them.

Neighbourhood policing teams are carrying out extra patrols in the town to reassure the community.

They have encouraged anyone with concerns to speak to them.

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