Officers remain at the scene today after a woman's body was discovered in a property on High Street at around midday on Wednesday January 5.
1. Thornton-le-Dale Murder Investigation
Police have now opened a murder investigation and a man has been arrested in connection with the incident. Photo: Richard Ponter
2. Thornton-le-Dale Murder Investigation
The woman has not been named, and floral tributes were left at the property today. Photo: James Hardisty
3. Thornton-le-Dale Murder Investigation
North Yorkshire Police Detective Superintendent Wayne Fox said: "Enquiries are continuing in our efforts to establish the circumstances which led to the death of a local woman. Photo: Richard Ponter
4. Thornton-le-Dale Murder Investigation
"I want to reassure the local community that, whilst this is a tragic event, North Yorkshire Police are satisfied that we are currently dealing with an isolated incident. Photo: James Hardisty