A woman’s body has been found at a home in the Hunter Valley following reports of domestic violence.

Detectives have launched an investigation into the death, after the woman’s body was found by police officers in a home on Ellalong Street, Kearsley, near Cessnock, on Friday night.

Emergency services had responded to reports of a domestic violence incident at the home just after 7.30pm, NSW Police said.

Officers attached to Hunter Valley Police District established a crime scene. Specialist forensic officers are involved, and the State Crime Command’s Homicide Squad are assisting detectives with their investigation.

NSW Police urged anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

More to come.

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