POLICE are continuing to investigate the “unexplained death” of a woman in her sixties at an address in Meare Green, near Taunton.

The ambulance service was called to the property on Sunday, December 17 after the woman was found unresponsive.

A man in his sixties, who was known to the woman, was arrested and interviewed by detectives on Thursday, December 21.

He has since been released under investigation.

Further tests will be carried out after a post-mortem examination was unable to establish her cause of death.

Somerset County Gazette: Police set up a cordon outside the property.Police set up a cordon outside the property. (Image: Avon and Somerset Police)

An Avon and Somerset Police spokesperson said: “Enquiries continue following the unexplained death of a woman in her sixties at an address in Meare Green, near Taunton, in the early hours of Sunday, December 17.

“A man arrested and questioned by detectives involved in the case was released under investigation pending the outcome of further tests, after a forensic post-mortem examination was unable to establish the cause of death.

“The arrest and further investigations, including a forensic examination of the property, took place after new information was given to officers on Thursday, December 21.

“Our thoughts remain with the woman’s family and friends at this very difficult time.

“We would still like to hear from anyone with any information, CCTV or other footage which could help the investigation.”

Anyone with information should call 101 and give the call hander the reference number 5223311708, or complete the force's online appeals form.