Murder investigation launched after woman dies after ‘altercation’ in Halifax town centre

Twenty-six-year-old found unconscious

The woman was found unconscious on Silver Street, police said. (Google Maps)

A murder investigation has been launched after woman died following an "altercation" in Halifax town centre.

Officers found the 26-year-old victim unconscious in the early hours of Sunday morning, West Yorkshire police said in a statement.

She was taken to hospital by ambulance for emergency treatment but was pronounced dead a short time later.

A 26-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody, police added.

Forensic experts carried out an examination of the scene and detectives were carrying out inquiries to establish what happened.

The force said a post-mortem examination was due to be conducted on Sunday.

Any witnesses or anyone with information is asked to contact West Yorkshire Police homicide and major inquiry team on 101.

Press Association