Police officer arrested on suspicion of homicide in reference to Sarah Everard disappearance
A police officer has been arrested on suspicion of homicide in reference to the disappearance of Sarah Everard.
Sarah Everard
Scotland Yard stated the officer had initially been arrested on suspicion of kidnap on Tuesday, and was then additional arrested on suspicion of homicide on Wednesday.
Sarah, a 33-year-old former Durham University scholar, vanished after leaving a good friend’s home in Clapham, London.
The final identified sighting of her was at round 9.30pm on March 3.
On Wednesday, the Metropolitan Police stated the person, who’s in his 40s and is a part of the Parliamentary and Diplomatic Protection Command, was being questioned over suspected kidnap and homicide.
He was additionally arrested over a separate allegation of indecent publicity.
Officers proceed to search areas in London and Kent, together with a property in Deal and an space of woodland near Ashford.
Following the arrest of the police officer, the Metropolitan Police has made a referral to the Independent Office for Police Conduct.
A girl has additionally been arrested on the similar location on suspicion of helping an offender, and is in custody.
Ms Everard’s household is being stored up to date with developments, the drive stated.
Forensics investigating Sarah’s disappearance (Image: Getty Images)
Earlier, Detective Chief Inspector Katherine Goodwin stated: “This is a major improvement in our inquiry. This is a fast-paced investigation and we’re doing the whole lot we are able to to discover Sarah.
“We have seen an awesome response from the general public and I repeat my request for anybody with data which may be related to come ahead, irrespective of how insignificant it could appear.”
Anyone with data which will help the investigation or who has seen Sarah ought to name the Incident Room on 0208 785 8244.
Information may also be supplied to detectives utilizing the Major Incident Portal or by calling Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
