Two men have been arrested following the death of a woman in Burnley who had sustained "serious head injuries."

The body of Leanne Unsworth, 40, was found dead at her home address in Marlborough Street at around 7:15pm on Monday, January 14.

It is thought she suffered serious head injuries, and Lancashire Police believe it was a targeted attack.

Officers have launched a murder investigation, and enquiries are ongoing.

On Tuesday afternoon, two men, aged 38 and 39, from Burnley were arrested in Wythenshawe on suspicion of her murder.

Detective Chief Inspector Zoe Russo from Lancashire ’s Force Major Investigation Team (FMIT) said: “We are aware of a number or rumours circulating locally and would ask people not to speculate on the facts whilst we carry out our investigation for the sake of Leanne’s family.

"We are continuing to support them through this devastating time.

“I would like to reassure people that we believe Leanne's killer was known to her and there is nothing to suggest that there is a wider threat to the public.

"My advice to people is to carry on with their daily business as usual.

“Despite these arrests, our investigation is still live and we need anyone with information to come forward.

"If you saw anyone in or around the area acting suspiciously, particularly between the hours of 5pm and 7pm, please get in touch.”

A post mortem examination to establish the cause of Leanne’s death will take place in due course.

Alternatively, they can contact independent charity  Crimestoppers  on  0800 555111  or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.

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