Investigation launched into unexplained death – Tilehurst

Hello Resident,

We have launched an investigation following an unexplained death in Tilehurst.

Officers were called to the riverbank behind Tilehurst Station at around 11.30pm on Sunday to reports of a public cardiac arrest. A 28-year-old woman was taken to hospital but sadly died despite the best effort of medical professionals. The coroner has been informed.

A 39-year-old man from Reading was arrested on suspicion of murder on Sunday. He remains in police custody at this time.

We understand this unexplained death and arrest will be of concern but we do not believe there is any threat to the wider public. We are in the early stages of a complex investigation but we are following a number of lines of enquiry to establish the circumstances around the death.

The woman’s next of kin have not been informed yet so she has not been formally identified. However, we believe she was staying in the area and knew the suspect. Please be considerate that her next of kin are not aware when posting online.

A scene remains in place at the location but is expected to be released later today. Members of the community will see an increased police presence while we carry out our enquiries. Please speak to a uniformed officer if you have any concerns. 

Anyone with information should call 101 or contact us via our website, quoting reference number 43250434350. Alternatively, provide information anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or via its website.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused by the scene.

Kind regards,