A murder investigation is under way after a woman was discovered with fatal injuries on a footpath in Colchester.
The victim was discovered by a passer-by on a footpath on land off Avon Way shortly before 10.40am today (Tuesday).
Emergency treatment was given at the scene by paramedics but she was subsequently pronounced dead at the scene.
A police cordon has been set up on the Salary Brook Trail. This has been closed off from Britten Close to Buffett Way.
Officers from the Kent and Essex Serious Crime Directorate are investigating the death.
Detective Chief Inspector Mark Hall, Senior Investigating Officer, said: "We are carrying out house to house enquiries and are searching the area using the police helicopter and dog teams.
"I would ask anyone with any information about what happened to contact Essex Police."
Anyone with any information is asked to contact the Major Investigation Team on 01277 266869, Essex Police on 101 or they can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
