A 38-year-old woman discovered dead at a Southampton address has been named by police as Margarida Ressurreicao, with a 39-year-old man arrested on suspicion of her murder.
Emergency services rushed to Redwood Way on Sunday, 5 October, following reports of a woman’s death at the property just after 1.30pm.
Hampshire Police confirmed the Southampton man arrested in connection with the tragedy has been released on conditional bail until 5 January 2026 whilst investigations continue.
Family Pay Tribute to “Good and Kind” Margarida
Margarida’s heartbroken family, who are being supported by specialist officers, paid tribute to the woman they described as “very good and kind.”
In a statement released through police, her relatives said: “We would like to thank everyone who has sent their condolences and everyone who knew Margarida.
“She was a very good and kind person and will be deeply missed.”
The family’s words paint a picture of a woman valued by those who knew her, making her death all the more tragic for those left grieving.
Police Appeal for Information
The family urged anyone with information about Margarida that might assist the investigation to come forward urgently.
We are continuing to work very closely with the police and are being supported by family liaison officers,” they stated.
If you have any information about Margarida that you think might be useful, we would urge you to speak with the police urgently.
The appeal for public assistance suggests investigators are working to piece together Margarida’s final days and the circumstances surrounding her death.
Request for Privacy
The grieving family concluded their statement by requesting privacy during what they described as “a very difficult time.”
Balancing the need for public assistance with investigation whilst protecting their own space to mourn reflects the impossible position families find themselves in following sudden, violent deaths.
Hampshire Police confirmed specialist family liaison officers are providing ongoing support as the family navigates their devastating loss.
Residents Express Shock
Local residents spoke of their disbelief after learning a murder investigation had been launched on their normally quiet street.
One neighbour told the Daily Echo: “It is very sad. Horrible. I don’t know anything about it.”
The simple words capture the community’s struggle to comprehend such violence occurring in their midst.
“Usually Pretty Quiet”
Rita Butcher, 76, a local resident, said the first indication something was wrong came when she saw the heavy police presence on Redwood Way.
“Around here it is usually pretty quiet. We never get any sort of problems like this at all. So it is quite a shock really,” she told the outlet.
Her comments reflect how sudden violent death shatters communities’ sense of safety, particularly in areas unaccustomed to serious crime.
Discovery Made Early Afternoon
The horror discovery was made just after 1.30pm on Sunday, 5 October – early afternoon when many residents would have been at home.
The timing means neighbours may have witnessed unusual activity or heard disturbances that could prove vital to the investigation.
Police will be conducting door-to-door enquiries to establish whether anyone saw or heard anything suspicious around that time.
Man Released on Bail
The 39-year-old Southampton man arrested on suspicion of murder has been released on conditional bail pending further enquiries.
His bail conditions will likely include restrictions on his movements and contact with certain individuals whilst detectives continue gathering evidence.
The bail date of 5 January 2026 – three months away – indicates police expect their investigation to be complex and time-consuming.
Specialist Support for Family
Hampshire Police emphasised that Margarida’s family are receiving support from specialist family liaison officers trained to assist bereaved relatives through criminal investigations.
These officers serve dual roles: providing emotional support and pastoral care whilst also acting as vital communication links between investigating detectives and the family.
They help families understand investigative processes whilst gathering information that might assist the inquiry.
Appeal for Witnesses
Anyone with information about Margarida or the circumstances surrounding her death is urged to contact Hampshire Police.
The force can be reached on 101 or through their online reporting system, with callers asked to quote reference number 44250450734.
Even seemingly minor details about Margarida’s movements, behaviour or associates in the days before her death could prove crucial to building a complete picture.
Community Impact
For residents of Redwood Way and the surrounding Southampton neighbourhood, Margarida’s death represents a profound shock to their sense of community safety.
Murder investigations bring sustained police presence, media attention and an atmosphere of anxiety that can persist long after officers leave.
Neighbours who knew Margarida will be processing not just the general trauma of proximity to violence but the specific grief of losing someone from their community.
Investigation Continues
With the suspect on bail and enquiries ongoing, detectives face the painstaking work of gathering forensic evidence, conducting interviews and building a case.
The three-month bail period suggests investigators are thorough rather than rushed, prioritising a robust case over quick resolution.
As Margarida’s family await answers about what happened to their loved one, they face months of agonising uncertainty whilst police work to establish the full circumstances of her death.
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