A MURDER investigation continues after a woman was found dead at a house.

A 79-year-old man has been released on bail after he was arrested on suspicion of murdering the woman.

The 55-year-old woman was found dead at a house in Stonefield Way, Burgess Hill, at about 10.15pm on Wednesday, January 26.

Despite the best efforts of paramedics who commenced CPR, woman, named locally as Emma Forrest, was declared deceased.

Emergency services including the air ambulance were called to the address, where Mrs Forrest lives with her husband John Forrest, after concerns for a woman were raised.

A 79-year-old man from Burgess Hill, who is known to the woman, was arrested on suspicion of murder.

He has since been released with strict bail conditions as the investigation continues.

Detective Chief Inspector Matthew Durkin said: “Our thoughts remain with the friends and family of the woman at this incredibly difficult time.

“Our enquiries into this isolated incident are ongoing, and anyone with any information is urged to report it online or call 101, quoting Operation Yelverton.”

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or report it online.

Forensic investigators arrived at the house shortly before noon on Thursday to begin searching the house in a quiet cul-de-sac on the edge of Burgess Hill.