A quiet street in the Hunter Valley community of Kearsley has become the centre of a murder investigation after police made a harrowing discovery on Saturday.
Officers were called to a residential property around 10:30am following concerns for a woman's welfare, where they uncovered the body of a 41-year-old woman.
The scene was immediately secured as forensic specialists began their examination of the property, while local residents expressed shock at the unfolding events in their typically peaceful neighbourhood.
Arrest and Charges
Following initial investigations, police arrested a 41-year-old man at the scene who was known to the victim.
'The man was taken to Cessnock Police Station where he was subsequently charged with murder,' confirmed NSW Police in an official statement.
The accused faced Cessnock Local Court on Sunday, where the serious nature of the charge was formally presented before the judiciary.
Community in Shock
Local residents have described their disbelief at the violent incident occurring in their community.
Kearsley, a suburb of Cessnock in the Hunter Valley region, is known for its tight-knit community atmosphere, making the tragedy particularly distressing for those living nearby.
Police have assured residents that there is no ongoing threat to the wider community following the arrest.
Ongoing Investigation
Detectives from the Hunter Valley Police District have established a crime scene and continue their investigations into the circumstances surrounding the woman's death.
Authorities are appealing to anyone with information who may have witnessed suspicious activity in the Kearsley area during the relevant period to come forward.
The investigation remains active as police work to piece together the events leading up to the tragic discovery.
