Homicide suspect in custody after woman's body found inside home in Douglas County

Douglas County Sheriff's Office announced Tuesday a murder suspect was arrested after discovering a woman's body inside a home.

Officers were called to the Sterling Ranch subdivision at the 9200 block of Merino Circle in unincorporated Douglas County around 2:41 p.m. for reports of a possible death. 

When deputies arrived, they made contact with a white male outside the residence, while discovering a woman's body inside. 

Authorities say 27-year-old Dustin Neumann was taken into custody and transported to the Douglas County Detention Facility where he faces second-degree murder charges. He is currently being held on a $500,000 bond.

The Douglas County Coroner's Office will release the identification of the victim. 

The investigation remains ongoing.