Murder investigation launched after death of 87-year-old woman in Powys

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Officers were called to a property in the Llanfrynach area at around 9.25pm on Friday (26 August). Credit: PA

Police have launched a murder investigation near Brecon following the death of an 87-year-old woman.

Officers were called to a property in the Llanfrynach area at around 9.25pm on Friday (26 August).

Dyfed-Powys Police said in a statement: "The woman was airlifted to hospital but sadly died earlier today."Next of kin has been informed and the family is being supported by specialist officers. "A 57-year-old man was arrested at the scene. He remains in police custody."