A BODY has been found in Upton-upon-Severn, Worcestershire.

Police said a 25-year-old woman was found unresponsive in Causeway Lane, near to Upton fire station.

A 44-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is currently in police custody.

The woman's next of kin has been informed.

Police have cordoned off an area near to Upton fire station and extra officers are in the area.

Police officers and forensic teams are currently at the scene. 

The police said they were called at around 8am this morning. 

Detective Inspector Jim Bayliss said: “Our enquiries are very much in their early stages and at this stage the woman’s death is being treated as suspicious.

"A man has been arrested and is currently in police custody.

“Extra officers will be in the area, both to carry out enquiries and to offer reassurance.”

Anyone with information can ring West Mercia Police on 101 quoting reference 150s 161119 or alternatively information can be passed to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.