POLICE have launched an appeal for witnesses following the death of a mother-of-three.

Jacqueline Heaton, 32, was found dead at her home in South Shields, Tyneside, on Wednesday evening.

Police were alerted by a phone call from a distressed man.

A man has been arrested in connection with the incident.

Mrs Heaton worked part-time at a bingo club in South Shields.

Police want to hear from anyone who saw Mrs Heaton on Wednesday.

Anyone with information is asked to contact 0191-454 7555