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West Yorkshire: Man arrested after woman dies following 'altercation'

The woman, 26, died in hospital after she was found unconscious by emergency services in Halifax.

A murder investigation has been launched
Image: A murder investigation has been launched after the incident in Halifax
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A man has been arrested after a woman died following an altercation in Halifax.

Police were called at 2.16am on Sunday to Silver Street after reports of an incident which left a 26-year-old woman unconscious.

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

West Yorkshire Police said a man, also aged 26, was arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody.

Forensic experts were at the scene in the town centre, and detectives have begun inquiries.

A post-mortem was due to be conducted today.

Anyone with information should contact West Yorkshire Police on 101.