An investigation has been launched after a woman's body was discovered in a wooded area.

The body was discovered just before 7am on Thursday in woodland off Burnt Farm Ride, a stretch of road in Enfield, the Metropolitan Police said.

The woman was pronounced dead at the scene and her death is currently being treated as suspicious.

The force said officers are working to identify her and no further details are being released at this time.

A man was arrested in connection with the death but has since been released under investigation.

A crime scene is in place and anyone who has any information is urged to contact police on 101 quoting reference CAD 1532/6Aug or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.