A 20-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was found dead in east London. The suspect was held on Sunday on suspicion of killing Maria Rawlings, 45, whose body was found in bushes in Little Heath, Romford, on 4 May. Police believe she was attacked after leaving King George hospital in Goodmayes, Ilford, the previous evening, walking to Barley Lane in the direction of the A12. A postmortem found she had been strangled and suffered head injuries. DCI David Hillier, who is leading the murder investigation, said: “My thoughts remain with Maria’s family at this incredibly difficult time. “I continue to appeal for anyone with information to contact police.” Those with information can contact the incident room on 020 8345 3865 or by calling 101.