Sarah Mayhew: Victim formally identified after human remains found in south London park
The discovery of human remains in a park located in the south portion of London has been confirmed through official identification.
Last Tuesday, the body of a 38-year-old woman named Sarah Mayhew was found in Rowdown Fields located in New Addington, Croydon.
Ms Mayhew's family members in Croydon have received news of her passing and are receiving assistance from officers designated to support families during this difficult time.
The Metropolitan Police stated that two individuals, a male aged 44 and a female aged 48, were taken into custody on Saturday under suspicion of committing murder. They are currently being detained.
Authorities have apprehended two individuals who were acquainted with Ms. Mayhew, and Detective Inspector Martin Thorpe stated that there is no ongoing search for additional suspects in relation to her passing.
He expressed sympathy for the family of Sarah and wished them strength to cope with the distressing news.
It's a tragedy for a family to lose someone in such a heartbreaking way. We'll be there for them and help out as we dig deeper into the matter.
Authorities received a call reporting the discovery of human remains in a park located in the southern part of London around 9am last Tuesday.
Additional news from Sky News reveals the identity of the deceased woman who was killed by a stabbing in Bradford. The perpetrator, who is being referred to as an "evil monster," dismembered the woman's body into 224 fragments.
The leftover parts were dispatched for pressing genetic testing, which verified them as belonging to someone of the human species. A medical examination was subsequently conducted during the weekend.
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Andy Brittain, who is the head of policing in Croydon, stated that the police force will maintain their presence in the New Addington region and continue to be easily accessible to the public.
He further expressed his gratitude towards the community for their assistance and understanding which has enabled the police to conduct significant investigations at the location.
Police are calling on individuals who have any useful details to come forward and assist in the investigation.
