A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was stabbed to death in Aldi.

The suspected knifeman was tackled to the ground after allegedly stabbing the woman, with police since launching a murder probe into the horrific attack in Skipton, North Yorks, about 3.30pm this afternoon.

4 Police take away what appears to be a knife from the scene Credit: Ben Lack

One witness said she heard “loads of screams” then saw the woman lying on the floor and the man pinned down as “everyone screamed and ran up and down” the supermarket.

She said: "I just saw the aftermath, I was so scared I ran off."

The man, 44, was tackled by supermarket staff before being taken into police custody for questioning.

The 30-year-old victim was rushed to hospital but later died of her injuries.

4 Forensic officers examined the scene in the hours after the stabbing Credit: Guzelian

4 Abandoned shopping was left inside the Aldi after the tragedy Credit: Guzelian

4 Emergency services rushed to the scene at the Aldi in Skipton Credit: Guzelian

Forensic officers were later pictured combing the scene as they investigated the tragedy.

The incident is not believed to be terror related or a hate crime incident.

A North Yorkshire Police spokesman said: "The suspect was initially detained by brave members of staff and public, before he was arrested by officers who were quickly on scene.

"He was taken into custody on suspicion of attempted murder, but it has now turned into a murder investigation despite the efforts of medics to save the victim.

"The woman’s family are being supported by police officers while enquiries continue."

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They added: "A police scene guard is in place at Aldi while enquiries continue."

Witnesses or anyone with information should contact North Yorkshire Police on 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111.

Police ask to quote reference number NYP-21122017-0274 when providing details about the incident.