Ladies Drive in Lerwick. Picture by Dave Donaldson
Two people have been arrested in connection with the death of a woman in Shetland.
The woman, 40, was found outside a property on Ladies Drive in Lerwick around 2.05am and was pronounced dead at the scene.
A man, 31, and a woman, 27, have now been arrested in connection with her death.
Detective Inspector Ross Fitzgerald of the Police Scotland major investigation team said: “Our inquiries remain ongoing and are at a relatively early stage.
“However, I would take the opportunity to stress there is no apparent risk to the wider community.
“A significant police presence is likely to remain in the area during the coming days, with officers from the local policing team in Lerwick working with specialist colleagues from the major investigations team.
“We are grateful to the local community for their understanding while this investigation continues.
“Anyone with information about this incident who has not yet spoken to police is asked to contact 101 quoting incident 343 of July 30.
“Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.”
Two arrested in connection with death of 40-year-old woman in Shetland
