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Neil Murphy

Deptford 'murder': Body of woman, 46, found in London flat as police launch probe

A murder investigation has been launched after a woman was found strangled at a flat in south-east London.

Police were called to a flat in McMillan Street, Deptford, shortly after 10am on Monday, 21 October, following concern for the welfare of an occupant.

Officers attended and the body of Zoe Orton, 46, was found at the address.

Ms Orton's next of kin have been informed.

A post mortem examination took place on Tuesday, 22 October. The cause of death given as neck compression.

Homicide detectives from Specialist Crime are leading the investigation.

No arrests have yet been made in connection with the incident.

There have been at 120th murder investigations launched in London so far this year.

There have been at least four killings in London so far this month, including teenagers Baptista Adjie, 15, in Stratford and Clinton Evbota, 18, in Camberwell, both on October 10.

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is asked to contact the incident room on 020 8721 4961 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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