ATLANTA — Atlanta police have arrested 40-year-old Emmanuel Poindexter in connection with the death of a woman last month.

Police officials say Melissa Tibbetts’ body was discovered in a hotel room at the Loews Atlanta Hotel on Oct. 14.

Poindexter was found in Gwinnett County, where he was receiving treatment for a self-inflicted knife wound, according to police officials.

After receiving care, Atlanta police arrested him and took him to the Fulton County Jail.

He currently faces murder and aggravated battery charges.

Investigators are continuing to gather information about the case and the victim.

This is a developing story. Stay with WSB Radio News for updates.