A WOMAN who was found in the River Anton has been pronounced dead at hospital.

Officers were called at 6.22am this morning (Saturday) following concern for the welfare of the woman, found in the river near Bridge Street.

She was taken to Winchester's Royal Hampshire County Hospital by ambulance where she was later pronounced dead.

A police spokesman said: "The death is being treated as unexplained at this time.

"Enquiries are underway to establish the exact circumstances surrounding the death.

"A small area near Bridge Street remains cordoned off while officers carry out enquiries."

Police tape extends from the river pathway beginning at Iceland on Bridge Street, along to Andover's Troll bridge, by Anton Mill car park.

A police officer at the scene said the cordon could continue all night.

Anyone with information should call 101 quoting Operation Source.