Murder probe launched following discovery of woman's body in Rotherham

South Yorkshire Police said the body of a 29-year-old woman was found at a house in Pitt Street, Kimberworth, at 11.25pm yesterday.

CRIME: Man remains in custody after attack on Sheffield police officersA post mortem examination is to be carried out later today to establish the cause of death but a 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.

APPEAL: Police seek three men over stabbings in Sheffield city centrePOLICE: Boy, 14, found carrying knife in SheffieldA South Yorkshire Police spokeswoman said: "An investigation is currently ongoing following the discovery of a woman's body in the Kimberworth area of Rotherham yesterday evening.

"At around 11.25pm, police were called by ambulance staff to a property on Pitt Street, where the body of a 29-year-old woman was found.

"A post mortem is expected to be carried out later today to determine the cause of her death.

"A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and currently remains in police custody.

"Officers are working to carry out enquiries in the area and anyone with information is asked to report it ."

Call South Yorkshire Police on 01 quoting incident number 1,127 of February 25 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.