Man detained in homicide investigation following death of woman in Matinkylä, Espoo

Police are making progress in the investigation of a case involving the death of a 48-year-old woman. A man suspected of homicide has been detained on probable cause of murder at the Western Uusimaa District Court today, Friday, August 2, according to a police statement. The suspect is a man in his 60s. Authorities have indicated that the detained man and the victim knew each other. The woman was found dead in her apartment located in Matinkylä, a district of Espoo.

The police discovered the woman deceased in her private residence on Monday, July 29. Throughout the week, law enforcement has conducted numerous interviews and questioning sessions. Additionally, they have continued their technical examination of the scene.