Man charged with murder in death of former partner in Brampton, Ont., home, police say

Police west of Toronto have arrested and charged a 29-year-old man with murder in the death of his former partner.

Peel Regional Police say they were called for a disturbance at a home in Brampton, Ont., around 6 a.m. last Friday.

They say officers found the body of a woman with obvious signs of trauma inside the home.

Police allege the accused fled the scene and evaded police.

They also allege he has a history of violence along with a five-year weapons ban.

The man faces one count of first-degree murder.