Mystery as woman, 47, found dead

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The discovery was made on Tuesday morning. Picture : NCA Newswire / Gaye Gerard

An investigation has been launched after a woman’s body was found in New South Wales.

Shortly after 8am on Tuesday, officers responded to reports the body of a woman had been located along Parkdale Road, Bourke.

Officers have secured a crime scene and are awaiting the arrival of specialist police.

Whilst yet to be formally identified, the woman is believed to be aged 47-years-old.

A 49-year-old man known to the woman is currently assisting with inquiries at Bourke Police Station.

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