A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was killed in Ealing.
The Met Police were called to a home on Jubilee Road in Perivale at around 1.40am on Friday following reports of a disturbance.
Paramedics worked hard to try and save a 45-year-old woman, but despite their efforts, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
Her family has been made aware of her death and is being supported by specialist officers.
Scotland Yard said a 49-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder at the scene, he currently remains in police custody at a west London police station.
The Met added that enquiries into the circumstances are ongoing, and a special post-mortem will be held in due course - the cause of death is currently unknown.
Detective Superintendent Rebecca Reeves, who leads policing in Ealing, said: “I am deeply saddened by this incident, and I know residents in our local area will be too.
“We have a suspect in our custody and although our investigation is in its early stages, we believe this man was known to the victim.
“We have secured a scene and this will be in place for the remainder of the day, so our officers can obtain crucial evidence for their investigation.
“Our neighbourhood officers will also be present in the area throughout the day – if any local residents have concerns please speak to them.
“We are there not only to support our investigation team but also there to support you as a community.
"If you know anything that may help us, then please come forward to police by calling 101 stating CAD438/28FEB.”
