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Police renew appeal two weeks after the murder of Anita Rose

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Detectives investigating the death of Anita Rose in Brantham are seeking fresh information from the public two weeks after her attack. The 57-year-old died on 28 July following injuries sustained during her morning dog walk.

Why it matters: The ongoing investigation needs public assistance to piece together the events leading to Anita's death, with police particularly interested in sightings between specific times and locations.

Anita Rose
It's been two weeks since Anita Rose was murdered in BranthamSuffolk Constabulary

Key details:

  • Anita left home around 5am on 24 July for her usual dog walking route.

  • Police are focusing on sightings between 6am and 6:30am from Newmill Lane to the track near Rectory Lane.

  • Two new cordons were placed at Newmill Lane on 4 August.

  • Anita's pink zip-up jacket, believed to be worn during the incident, is still missing.

The investigation so far:

  • Three arrests have been made: two on suspicion of murder and one for handling stolen goods.

  • A Home Office post-mortem was conducted, but the cause of death remains undetermined.

  • Police continue forensic work, searches, house-to-house enquiries, and CCTV analysis.

What they're saying: Detective Superintendent Mike Brown stated, "It has now been two weeks since Anita was attacked and we continue to work hard to establish the circumstances around her death. The response we have received via our Major Incident Public Portal and questionnaires have been invaluable and it's important that the public continue to engage with us."

What's next: Police urge anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to come forward. They also ask the public to refrain from speculation to protect the investigation's integrity and potential court proceedings.

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

Police appeal as man dies in collision between car and lorry in Barham

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A man in his 50s has died following a collision between a car and a lorry in Barham. Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident on Wednesday afternoon.

The key details: The collision happened just before 4:10pm on Wednesday at the junction of Main Road, Bell's Cross Road and Clay Lane in Barham:

  • It involved a blue Rover car and a white Volvo lorry.

  • The driver of the Rover, a man in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene.

  • Emergency services attended, including police and ambulance crews.

  • The road was closed for investigation but reopened early Thursday morning.

What's next: Police are seeking witnesses and dash cam footage to assist their investigation.

  • Anyone with information is asked to contact the Joint Norfolk & Suffolk Serious Collision Investigation Unit

  • Quote reference 37/53302/24 when contacting police

  • Witnesses can provide information via the Suffolk Police website, email (SCIU@norfolk.police.uk), or by calling 101

The bottom line: Police urge anyone who witnessed the collision or has relevant dash cam footage to come forward. Your information could be crucial in helping investigators understand the circumstances of this tragic incident.

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