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Police set up new cordons in Anita Rose murder investigation

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Detectives investigating the murder of Anita Rose have established two additional cordons in Brantham. The new areas of interest come as police search for crucial evidence in the case.

What's new: Suffolk Police have set up two new cordons in the Newmill Lane area of Brantham as part of their ongoing investigation into the murder of Anita Rose.

The big picture: This development suggests investigators have identified potential new leads in the case that has gripped the Suffolk village since late July.

Key details:

  • Two new cordons were established on Sunday, 4 August in the Newmill Lane area

  • Residents can expect increased police presence as enquiries continue

  • Police are still searching for Anita's pink waterproof jacket, possibly from the Regatta brand

Timeline recap:

  • 24 July, 6:25am: Anita Rose was found injured near Rectory Lane

  • 28 July: Anita Rose dies in Addenbrookes Hospital

  • 4 August: New cordons set up in the Newmill Lane area

Why it matters: The expansion of the investigation area could potentially lead to breakthrough evidence in solving Anita Rose's murder.

What they're doing: Police are conducting various enquiries, including:

  • Forensic work

  • Searches

  • House-to-house enquiries

  • CCTV analysis

What's next: Officers will continue investigating the newly cordoned areas.

How to help: Anyone with information should contact Suffolk Police quoting reference 37/41580/24 via:

The bottom line: As police expand their search area, the Brantham community remains hopeful for answers in this ongoing murder investigation.

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Police granted extra time to question teenager suspected of murdering Billy McNicholl

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Detectives investigating the death of William "Billy" McNicholl have been granted an additional 24 hours to question a teenage murder suspect. The extension was approved by Ipswich Magistrates' Court on Thursday 23 January.

Why it matters: The extension gives detectives crucial additional time to question the suspect in what has become a complex murder investigation involving multiple suspects.

The big picture: McNicholl, 63, known as Billy, was found dead at his Hawthorn Drive home on 1 January. A post-mortem examination revealed he died from head injuries and a stab wound.

William "Billy" McNicholl and his dog
William "Billy" McNicholl and his dog

Latest developments:

  • After an initial 12-hour superintendent's extension, officers secured a warrant for a further 24 hours of questioning time.

  • The additional detention period will end on Friday 24 January.

  • The 17-year-old suspect has been held at Martlesham Police Investigation Centre since his arrest on Wednesday.

  • A woman in her 50s, previously arrested on suspicion of murder, remains on bail until 9 April.

Bottom line: Suffolk Constabulary's Major Investigation Team continues to appeal for witnesses. Anyone with information should contact police quoting reference 37/162/25, either through their Major Incident Portal or by calling 101.

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