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Man arrested on suspicion of murder as woman found dead in Ipswich home

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Police are investigating after a woman in her 60s was found dead at a property in Ipswich on Sunday evening. A man in his 40s has been arrested on suspicion of murder.

The big picture: Officers were called to an address in Mottram Close in the Pinewood area of Ipswich just before 9:30pm on Sunday after receiving concerns from a member of the public. They discovered the woman's body inside the property.

  • The death is currently being treated as suspicious but unexplained.

  • A Home Office post-mortem examination is scheduled for Monday.

  • The arrested man remains in custody for questioning at Martlesham Police Investigation Centre.

Mottram Close, Ipswich
A police presence remains on Mottram Close, Ipswich the following dayOliver Rouane-WilliamsIpswich.co.uk

What they're saying: Detective Superintendent Nicola Wallace said: "We understand that this incident may cause concern locally. However, officers are treating this as an isolated incident and both the deceased and suspect were known to each other."

Wallace added: "In cases where we have a death that is unexplained and gives us sufficient cause for concern, it is vitally important that we follow all due procedure and fully investigate the circumstances."

Why it matters: While the incident may raise concerns among residents, police are emphasising it appears to be isolated, with the deceased and suspect known to each other.

What's next: Police are appealing for anyone with information that could assist the investigation to contact South CID at Landmark House, quoting reference 37/48482/24.

  • People can provide information via the Suffolk Police website or by calling 101.

  • Alternatively, they can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or through their online form.

Where have the boats gone? Ipswich Marina empties ahead of contentious £2m upgrade

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Dozens of boats are disappearing from their long-term berths at Ipswich Marina as owners scramble to find new moorings within a two-week deadline. The relocations come as Associated British Ports (ABP) prepares to begin a £2m upgrade of the northern side pontoons.

Why it matters: The exodus of 39 vessels marks a significant change for the waterfront landscape, temporarily altering the character of one of Ipswich's most distinctive areas.

The big picture: ABP says the existing pontoons on the northern side have reached the end of their "usable life", necessitating urgent relocations ahead of the winter period. The company plans to create new pontoons in front of Coprolite Street and the main university building.

Port of Ipswich in Ipswich
The exodus of boats makes for strange viewing at the waterfrontOliver Rouane-WilliamsIpswich.co.uk

By the numbers:

  • 39 boats need to relocate

  • £2m investment approved by ABP's board

  • 2 weeks given for vessels to move

  • 11 years some boat owners have been moored at the marina

What's happening: While some vessels will move to the opposite side of the wet dock, others may leave Ipswich entirely as the marina's established community faces disruption during the redevelopment.

Behind the scenes: The revised plans, submitted in July, followed compromises ABP says it made with boat owners. The company is now awaiting approval from Ipswich Borough Council, with a decision expected by the end of the year.

What they're saying: ABP's divisional port manager Paul Ager describes the £2m investment as a "strong vote of confidence" in the marina's future. The company says it has received "strong support" for upgrading the berthing facilities.

The bottom line: While the marina temporarily loses its familiar flotilla of vessels, ABP maintains the disruption is necessary for essential safety upgrades. The development marks the latest chapter in the ongoing transformation of Ipswich's waterfront.

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