Woman Found Dead in Landerneau Home with Severe Head Injuries

Authorities have opened a murder investigation after the discovery of a 65-year-old woman's body, with her son reportedly in custody.

The victim, born in 1959, was discovered in her home in Landerneau, France, with severe traumatic injuries to her head and face.
Her mother alerted authorities after not hearing from her for several days; the body was found by police on Thursday.
The residence was described as clean, orderly, and locked, with traces of blood discovered in the bedroom.
An autopsy is scheduled for Monday to determine further details about the cause and timing of death.
The victim's 34-year-old son, who is said to have a history of psychiatric issues, has been detained by law enforcement.