A MURDER INQUIRY has been launched following the death of 27-year-old Sarah Montgomery in Donaghadee in Co Down. 

Detective Chief Inspector Tom Philips said that police received a report yesterday afternoon at approximately 2:15pm of an unconscious woman with a serious injury inside a house in the Elmfield Walk area of the town. 

Police officers and emergency services attended the scene. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Ms Montgomery was a mother of two and was pregnant at the time of her death.

A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody at this time assisting with enquiries.

“Enquiries are at an early stage into this deeply tragic case,” Philips said. “Our thoughts are also with Sarah’s family during this incredibly difficult time – as they struggle to come to terms with what has happened. Sarah’s family are being supported by specially trained officers as the investigation continues.”

North Area Chief Inspector Yvonne McManus added that the news will cause shock and concern within the community. She said that the police force recognise “the profound impact that violence against women and girls has on individuals, families and wider society.”

Anyone with any information has been asked to come forward.