Murder charge in Hitchin after woman in her 70s found dead with head injuries

Douglas Hardy, 59, has been charged with murder after a woman was found dead at Armour Rise in Hitchin. Police say the two were known to each other.

Hitchin resident charged with murder after woman dies from head injuries

A 59-year-old man has been charged with murder following the death of a woman in her 70s in Hitchin, yahoo.com reports.

Hertfordshire Police were called to Armour Rise at 15:15 BST on Tuesday after receiving a concern for welfare report. Officers arrived to find the woman with serious injuries; she was pronounced dead at the scene despite the efforts of emergency services.

Douglas Hardy, who lives on the same street, has been charged with murder and is set to appear at Hatfield Remand Court. Police had previously stated that Hardy and the victim were known to each other.

Detective Inspector Adam Bridges said: "Our thoughts are with the woman's family and loved ones at this difficult time."

Hertfordshire Police confirmed that no other individuals are being sought in connection with the death.

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