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# Detectives granted more time to question murder suspect in Anita Rose murder case
- URL: https://www.ipswich.co.uk/detectives-granted-more-time-in-anita-rose-murder-case/
- Published: 2024-08-02T14:43:11.000Z
- Updated: 2026-03-16T15:38:28.000Z
- Description: Police investigating the death of Anita Rose in Brantham have been given additional time to question a man arrested on suspicion of murder. The 57-year-old victim died in hospital days after being found injured on a track road.
- Author: Oliver Rouane-Williams
- Tags: News, Crime, #article, #story-anita-rose-murder, Suffolk Constabulary, #Import 2026-03-16 14:46

**What's new:** Detectives have been granted an extra 36 hours to question a man in his 20s from Brantham, arrested on suspicion of murdering Anita Rose.

**The big picture:** This is the third arrest in the case, which shocked the quiet Suffolk village of Brantham. Police are still appealing for information and searching for key evidence.

**Key details:**

- Anita Rose, 57, was found injured on a track near Rectory Lane on 24 July while walking her dog
- She died in Addenbrookes' Hospital on 28 July
- A post-mortem has been conducted, but the cause of death is not yet established
- Two other people were previously arrested and released on bail until October

**Why it matters:** The case has raised concerns about safety in the local community. Police presence remains high in Brantham as the investigation continues.

**What's missing:** Police are still searching for Anita's pink waterproof jacket, which they believe could hold key information or evidence. The jacket is described as possibly from the Regatta brand.

**What's next:** The extended detention period for the suspect expires on Saturday, 3 August.

**How to help:** Anyone with information is urged to contact Suffolk police quoting reference 37/41580/24 via:

- The MIPP Portal: Public Portal ([mipp.police.uk](https://mipp.police.uk/?ref=ipswich.co.uk))
- Crimestoppers: 0800 555 111 or [www.crimestoppers-uk.org](http://www.crimestoppers-uk.org/?ref=ipswich.co.uk)
- Phone: 101

**The bottom line:** This complex investigation is ongoing, with police working to piece together the events leading to Anita Rose's death.

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