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Post-mortem results inconclusive in Anita Rose murder investigation

Police are continuing to investigate the death of Anita Rose in Brantham as a murder after a post-mortem examination failed to establish a cause of death.

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What's new: Police have confirmed that a post-mortem examination failed to establish a cause of death. Detectives are pursuing all lines of enquiry to understand the circumstances surrounding Anita's death while supporting her family and addressing community concerns.

Key details:

  • A Home Office post-mortem was conducted on Monday, 29 July

  • Further tests are required to determine the cause of death

  • Anita's family is being supported by specialist officers

  • Police will conduct anniversary checks in Rectory Lane and on train services between Ipswich and Manningtree on Wednesday, 31 July

What they're saying: Detective Superintendent Mike Brown said, "We completely understand and empathise with the concern some members of the Brantham community have expressed about the fact a male who has been arrested on suspicion of murder was subsequently bailed."

He added, "It is important to understand that at times it may be necessary to make arrests in serious and complex investigations based on the evidence available at that time to fully understand the role individuals may have played in any offences identified."

Why it matters: The investigation remains ongoing, with police seeking information from the public to help solve the case.

How to help: Anyone with information is urged to contact Suffolk police, quoting reference 37/41580/24. Options include:

The bottom line: Police are working to reassure the community while pursuing all avenues to identify those responsible for Anita Rose's death.

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