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One witness identified in Anita Rose murder investigation, police still seek second

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Suffolk Police have identified one of two potential witnesses in the Anita Rose murder investigation in Brantham. The search continues for the second individual, who police believe may hold crucial information about the case.

Why it matters: This development could provide valuable insights into the circumstances surrounding Anita's death as investigators work to piece together the events of July 24th.

Key details:

  • One potential witness has been identified and is assisting police with enquiries.

  • Detectives are still seeking to identify the second individual from the CCTV appeal.

  • Police presence in Brantham has increased as officers conduct further house-to-house enquiries.

A man walking
Police are seeking this man, who is believed to be a potential witness in the caseSuffolk Police

What they're saying: Detective Superintendent Mike Brown stated, "We have not yet identified the second individual from our CCTV appeal and remain keen to speak to them as they may hold key information that could assist with our enquiries. I want to make it clear that this person is not a suspect."

The investigation so far:

  • Anita Rose, 57, died on 28 July from injuries sustained during her morning dog walk on 24 July.

  • Her phone tracking app shows her walk started at 5am and was manually stopped at 6:03am near The Street.

  • Police are particularly interested in sightings between 6am and 6:30am on 24 July.

  • Anita's Regatta Calderdale II jacket and black phone case remain missing.

Anita Rose
Anita Rose, 57, died on 28 July from injuries sustained during her morning dog walk on 24 JulySuffolk Police

What's next: Police urge anyone with information, regardless of how insignificant it may seem, to come forward as they continue to seek the second individual from the CCTV images.

The bottom line: Anyone with information should contact Suffolk Police quoting 37/41580/24 via the MIPP Portal, Crimestoppers, or by calling 101.

FareShare expands food redistribution network with new Ipswich site

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FareShare has officially launched its new site in Ipswich, aiming to provide more surplus food to communities in need across the region.

The big picture: FareShare East Anglia is part of the UK's largest food redistribution charity network. Last year, it distributed 1.6 million meals via over 140 organisations across Suffolk, Norfolk, Essex and Cambridgeshire.

Why it matters: The larger facility will allow FareShare to increase its capacity for redistributing food that would otherwise go to waste, supporting local charities and community groups.

Kris Gibbon-Walsh, Rev. Lawrence Carey, Steve Dermody, Cllr Lynne Mortimer, Oliver Paul, Debbie Blacker, Les Dobson and Mike Barrett
Kris Gibbon-Walsh, Rev. Lawrence Carey, Steve Dermody, Cllr Lynne Mortimer, Oliver Paul, Debbie Blacker, Les Dobson and Mike BarrettGlen FarthingRed Wren Studios

Key details:

  • The ribbon-cutting ceremony took place on 12 September, attended by local supporters and partners.

  • Deputy Mayor of Ipswich, Councillor Lynne Mortimer, officially opened the new site.

  • The expansion was made possible with support from funders, including Comic Relief.

What they're saying:

  • Mike Barrett, regional manager, FareShare East Anglia: "Opening a larger site, with greater capacity, is going to make a huge difference and we're enormously grateful to all our partners who have helped bring this project to fruition."

  • Kris Gibbon-Walsh, COO of FareShare: "This new bigger warehouse will allow the teams to work safely, whilst really making a difference to our capacity for redistributing food to organisations across the region and beyond."

  • Reverend Lawrence Carey of Triangle Church Ipswich: "The ability to have a regular delivery of food items from FareShare has helped us to offer support to our community through our Top Up Shops."

What's next: FareShare East Anglia is hosting an Open Day on 31 October for prospective partners, suppliers, and organisations interested in receiving food.

The bottom line: The new site will enable FareShare to expand its operations, providing more support to local communities facing food insecurity while reducing food waste.

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