Woman arrested after Brit found dead in Tenerife hotel room

Russell Watts, 63, from Rotherham, who was found dead in his hotel room in Tenerife (Picture: Family Handout/PA Wire)

Police have arrested a woman after the body of a man was discovered in his hotel room in Tenerife.

Russell Watts, 63, from Rotherham, was found dead in his room at the Hotel Catalonia Punta Del Rey, in the Candelaria area of the Spanish island, on January 10.

South Yorkshire Police said a 56-year-old woman from Rotherham was arrested on suspicion of murder on Wednesday, and was in police custody.

Detective Chief Inspector Ben Wood said: ‘This is a complex case and our thoughts first and foremost remain with Russell’s family, friends and loved ones.

‘Our investigation into Russell’s death is still at an early stage and we are carrying out a number of extensive enquiries to piece together the events which led to Russell’s death.

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‘We are really keen to hear from anyone who was staying in the hotel around the time of Russell’s death.

‘If you saw something suspicious or have relevant information which could assist our investigation, please report it to us.

‘Even the smallest piece of information could prove crucial and I would implore anyone who may know something to get in contact with us immediately.’

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