A MAN arrested on suspicion of murder after the death of a woman in Upton has been released on bail.

West Mercia Police confirmed a 44 year old man had been released on bail after he was arrested on suspicion of murder.

The arrest came after 25 year old Sarah Hopkins was found dead in the town on Saturday November 16.

In a statement, the force said: "A 44-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder after a 25-year-old woman was found unresponsive in Causeway Lane on Saturday 16 November.

"The cause of the woman’s death is not yet known.

"The police investigation continues and we are supporting the victim’s family at this time."