POLICE have arrested a man in connection with the death of a woman in Somerset earlier today, Thursday, February 26.

Officers were called to a home in Watts Corner, Glastonbury, just before 8.30am by the ambulance service.

Detective Inspector Lorna Dallimore said: “It was reported that a woman had been assaulted and was in a life-threatening condition. Sadly the woman died at the scene.

“Officers were subsequently called to a single vehicle collision in Mark involving a car reportedly seen leaving the address in Glastonbury.

“A man was injured and trapped in the vehicle and has been taken to hospital.

“Specially-trained officers are supporting the family at this difficult time.”

A man has been arrested in connection with the death of the woman in Glastonbury.

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