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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jane Dalton

British woman arrested on suspicion of murder after man’s death in Spanish hotel

  • Russell Watts, 63, from South Yorkshire, was found dead in his room at the Hotel Catalonia Punta Del Rey in Tenerife last month.
  • A murder investigation was launched following Mr Watts' death on the Spanish island.
  • A 56-year-old British woman from the Rotherham area has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is currently in police custody.
  • Friends and relatives have paid tribute to Mr Watts, describing him as a popular and intelligent figure in his local community.
  • South Yorkshire Police are appealing for anyone who stayed at the hotel around the time of the incident or has information to contact them.

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Woman arrested on suspicion of man’s murder at Tenerife hotel

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