Police Appeal After Death of 93-Year-Old Woman in Bude

A murder investigation has been launched after a woman was found dead at a home in Bude on Sunday afternoon.

Police called to Cherrill Gardens

Officers were called to an address on Cherrill Gardens around 1pm on Sunday 29th June following a report of a concern for the welfare of a woman. Emergency services attended the scene, but a 93-year-old woman was pronounced dead.

Her next of kin have been informed.

Man arrested on suspicion of murder

A 65-year-old man from the Bude area has been arrested on suspicion of murder. He remains in police custody.

Detective Inspector Rob Smith, the senior investigating officer, said:

“We are currently carrying out enquiries to establish what happened in this very sad case.

“A cordon has been set up to allow for a thorough investigation of the scene to take place.

“It is believed that the man and the woman were known to each other.

“The community should be reassured that this is being treated as an isolated incident and at this time we are not seeking anyone else in connection to the death.

“There will be a heightened police presence in the area over the coming days as enquiries are ongoing, and I would encourage anyone, if you have any concerns, to contact officers from the local neighbourhood policing team.”

Appeal for witnesses

Devon and Cornwall Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or who may have dashcam footage that could help with enquiries to get in touch.

Information can be submitted via the police website at this link or by calling 101 and quoting reference number 50250165800.