Police named the woman found dead in Ilford, east London, early Sunday and revealed they had arrested a man on suspicion of her murder.
Zara Aleena, 36 years old, is was found with “serious head injuries” at Cranbrook Road at about 2:45 a.m., and later died in hospital.
Speaking at a press conference this afternoon, Met Police Chief Stuart Bell said she was the victim of an “opportunistic stranger attack”.
He said Ms Aleena, a local resident in the area, “suffered from multiple serious injuries that resulted in her death”, but “there is no evidence at this time that a weapon was used in the fight.” attack”.
Moments after the briefing, the Met announced they had arrested a 29-year-old man.
Describing the events of Sunday night, CSI Bell said: “I would like to briefly summarize what we know at this stage at 2.44am on Sunday, June 26, Met officers were Colleagues from London Ambulance Service call a seriously injured woman being members of the public at Cranbrook Road in Ilford.
“Despite the best efforts of the medical staff and doctors at the hospital, she died later on Sunday morning.
“Local Zara was walking along Cranbrook Road in the direction of Gants Hill Station when she was attacked. It is now believed that she was the victim of an opportunistic stranger attack. “
He added that the victim’s family was “updated with our progress” and was being supported by specialist officers.
An autopsy has not yet taken place
An autopsy has yet to be performed, but a full forensic examination of the scene has been completed.
House-to-house inquiries are also being worked on.
Detectives specifically want to hear from anyone who was in or near Cranbrook Road between 2 a.m. and 3 a.m. on Sunday, including anyone who drove past or may have recorded it. scene on a dash cam.
Any suspicious behavior in Ilford that night should be reported to police on 0208 345 3715.
