A pensioner has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was found dead at home.
The victim, in her 70s, was discovered at a house in Denton Grove, Weston Coyney, at 8.40am on Friday.
A 79-year-old man from Stoke-on-Trent has now been arrested on suspicion of murder.
Images show police and forensic investigators at the scene.
According to police, the victim and suspect knew each other.
Detective Inspector Lisa Holland said: “This is a tragic case which has understandably devastated the woman’s family.
“Our thoughts are very much with them at this time and we are doing everything we can to support them.
“We have set up a cordon in the area as we continue to gather evidence and investigate the circumstances leading to the woman’s tragic death.
“We can confirm that the victim and the suspect are known to each other.
“We will continue to gather evidence throughout the weekend as part of our investigation.”
For anonymous reports, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.