Terrified Dog Walker Confronted by Prowler Just Miles from PCSO’s Murder Scene
Woman Targeted by Man in White Van
Locals are on edge after a female dog walker was approached by a suspicious man in a white Transit van just one mile from where PCSO Julia James was brutally murdered weeks later. The incident happened two weeks ago in Nonington, where the woman, walking her Jack Russell, was accosted but managed to distract her attacker and escaped by shouting for help.
Close to Chilling Double Murder Site
Julia James, 53, was found dead in Snowdown, near Dover – only two miles from the tragic spot where Dr Lin Russell, 45, and her six-year-old daughter Megan were bludgeoned to death. kent-police/" title="Kent Police" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Kent Police were called to the scene around 4pm on Tuesday after a body was discovered. Neighbours say Julia’s beloved dog was found with her.
Police Hunt for Clues and Witnesses
Detectives are treating Julia’s death as murder and are probing the chilling possibility she was killed by a stranger. No arrests have been made so far. Her family, including husband Paul, are being supported by liaison officers. Colleagues have paid heartfelt tributes, vowing, “Your duty is done. We will take it from here.”
Appeal for Witnesses
Police are urging anyone who was in the area on Monday or Tuesday and noticed anything suspicious to come forward. If you have information, contact Kent Police on 0800 0514526.
