Woman’s Body Found Locked in Somerstown Tower Laundry Room After Two Weeks
Victoria Evans’ Disappearance Sparks Police Search
A woman’s body lay undiscovered in a Somerstown tower block laundry room for nearly two weeks — despite an intensive police search. The tragic case came to light at Portsmouth Coroner’s Court. Local mum Victoria Evans was reported missing, sparking a public appeal in early April after her family grew worried.
Police Miss Clues in Initial Search
Officers scoured Leamington House and nearby areas but found no trace. It was only 13 days later, after detectives reviewed council CCTV footage, that they uncovered Victoria’s last movements — and her body locked inside the laundry room.
Tragic Cause of Death Revealed
A post-mortem confirmed Victoria, a mother of three who had previously expressed suicidal thoughts, died from a lethal combination of alcohol and morphine. The coroner passed on heartfelt condolences, describing Victoria as a kind and generous woman and devoted mum.
Police Under Scrutiny After Missed Discovery
Hampshire Police have launched an internal review of their missing person search procedures following the shocking oversight in this heartbreaking case.
