A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman in her 30s was fatally stabbed inside a flat in Liverpool.
Police said they were called to the scene in the Knowsley Heights tower block in Huyton at around 10.30pm on Tuesday after a “domestic incident”.
The woman, who has not yet been named, was taken to hospital where she died of her injuries.
A 34-year-old man from Litherland has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody.
Merseyside Police Detective Chief Inspector Ben Dyer said: “This was a tragic incident in which a woman has sadly lost her life and specially trained officers are supporting her family.
“An investigation is under way, which is in the very early stages as we seek to establish exactly what has happened.
“Patrols have been stepped up in the area to provide reassurance for the community and officers continue to make CCTV and witness enquiries. If you live in the area and have any concerns, please speak with officers.”
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Police said they are not looking for anyone else in connection with the death but are appealing for witnesses.
“Although we have already made an arrest, we are still appealing for anyone with information to come forward,” said DCI Dyer.
“If you live in the area and saw or heard anything suspicious last night, please get in touch as a matter of urgency.”
