The body of a woman has been located in a house in Atherton Street, Downer following a small fire early this morning.  

Emergency services were called to the home about 6am today, Saturday 13 March.

ACT Fire and Rescue officers extinguished a small fire in one room of the house.

The woman’s body was located a short time later and an investigation into this incident has now commenced.

Anyone with information that could assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote reference P1909244. Information can be provided anonymously.

For more news:

• Woman bitten by shark at Merimbula
• Older women at higher risk of finance, housing, health issues
• Australian War Memorial announces Anzac Day 2021 crowd limits
• Police seek further information about fatal collision