Police in Derry have launched a murder probe after the death of a woman this morning.

The alarm was raised at around 10:20am this morning, as officers attended a property in the Summer Meadows Mews area of the city.

They found the woman injured at the scene, and she was rushed to hospital by ambulance where she sadly died.

A 30-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.

Detective Inspector Michelle Griffin from the Police Service’s Major Investigation Team said:

“Our thoughts are with her family and loved ones, who are left trying to come to terms with this shocking loss.”

“Our enquiries are continuing, and I am appealing to anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to contact our officers on 101 quoting reference 469 – 21/03/26.”

“Information can also be provided, with total anonymity, to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.”

Murder probe launched after death of woman in Derry was last modified: March 21st, 2026 by Staff Writer