Police launch murder investigation in Clydach after 71-year-old woman is found dead - live updates

A murder investigation has been launched after the body of a 71-year-old woman was discovered at a house in Clydach, Swansea. Police said they were called to an address in Tanycoed Road, just after 8.20am on Tuesday (August 23).

A 55-year-old local man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody. You can get more Clydach news and other story updates straight to your inbox by subscribing to our newsletters here.

Acting Detective Superintendent Mark Lewis said: “Clearly, this incident will cause shock to the close knit community of Clydach.

"I want to assure the community that an early arrest has been made and we are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident.

"There will continue to be an active police presence in the area as we progress our enquiries and seek to reassure the community”.