A MURDER investigation has been launched after a woman – believed to be in her 20s – was fatally attacked outside a care home in the early hours.
A crime scene is in place on Chadwell Heath Lane, Romford, following the incident at 5.34am – and no arrests have yet been made.
The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Officers attended the scene alongside the London Ambulance Service.
Although formal identification has yet to take place, officers believe the victim was in her twenties.
A post-mortem examination will be carried out in due course.
The woman’s family have been informed and are being supported by specially trained family liaison officers. We await formal identification.
No arrests have yet been made at this early stage in the investigation.
Detective Superintendent Brian Hobbs said: “Our thoughts today are with the victim’s family and friends in light of this truly tragic event.
“Local residents will see an increased number of officers in and around the area while our investigative work is carried out.
“I want to thank residents for their patience while this continues. I would ask anyone who was in the area of Romford, who may have seen or heard anything suspicious, to come forward to us.”
If you saw anything, or have any information then contact police via 101 quoting 1625/16Aug.
Alternatively, to remain anonymous you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
