A WOMAN has been found dead in one of the city’s parks.
Emergency services were called after the woman was found unconscious in Queen’s Park in West Drive, Brighton last night.
She was pronounced dead at the scene at around 10pm.
Her death is being treated as unexplained currently.
Police have cordoned off Queen’s Park while investigations continue.
Photos at the scene show scenes of crime officers (SOCO) investigating by the clock tower within the park.
The Argus understands that search teams have now arrived to look around the park.
The force are also appealing for information about the incident.
A spokesman said: “Emergency services were called after an unconscious woman was found in Queen’s Park, West Drive, Brighton, at 9.49pm on Friday, June 17.
“She was sadly pronounced dead at the scene and enquiries are ongoing. Her death is being treated as unexplained at this time.
“Anyone with information about the incident is asked to report online or call 101 quoting Operation Ranworth.”
Tributes have poured in following the woman's death.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereLast Updated:
Report this comment Cancel