A MURDER investigation has been launched after a woman was found dead in her home.

The body of the 29-year-old from Hycliffe Gardens, Chigwell was found by police officers and paramedics this morning (Monday April 27).

Police were contacted shorty before 11.30am following concerns for the welfare of the woman.

A 49-year old man from Chigwell has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is being questioned by detectives at Harlow police station.

Police believe it is a domestic related incident.