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Skegness murder: Police release statement and appeal for witnesses

Police are appealing for witnesses and information in connection with the investigation in Skegness.

Police in Lincolnshire said:

‘We are particularly interested in speaking to the drivers and occupants of the two cars seen entering Princes Parade car park between 11.21 pm and 11.27 pm on Wednesday 17 January. The car park is adjacent to the boating lakes in Skegness.

‘We are also keen to hear from those who may have seen anyone walking around the Gibraltar Point Nature Reserve or a white vehicle in this area between 11.30 pm on Wednesday 17 January and 8 am on Thursday 18 January.

‘If you witnessed anything suspicious or unusual at the time, but have yet to come forward, please do so by contacting 101 or emailing force.control@lincs.police.uk quoting incident 386 of 19 January in the subject line.’

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You can also report anonymously via CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.

Original release

‘We have launched a murder investigation after the body of a woman was found near Gibraltar Point in Skegness.

‘A 45-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder. He remains in police custody.

‘While formal identification has yet to take place, we believe this to be the body of 23-year-old Petra Ross, who was reported missing on Friday 19 January.

‘Her family have been made aware. Inquiries are ongoing.’

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