Body Found in Hunt for Missing 78-Year-Old Christine Murton

Police have made a grim discovery in Suffolk. A woman’s body was found during the search for Christine Murton, who vanished from Rushmere St Andrew.

Last Seen Days Before in Rushmere St Andrew

Christine, 78, was last spotted leaving her home on the morning of Wednesday, 12 November. Concern grew quickly, and she was reported missing that same evening.

Body Found Near Levington Woodland

Officers discovered a body on Monday afternoon, 24 November, in woodland near Stratton Hall, close to Levington. Police are treating the death as unexplained but say there are no suspicious circumstances at this stage.

Family Informed, Identification Pending

Christine’s family have been informed of the discovery. Formal identification is yet to be confirmed. A file will now be sent to the coroner as investigations continue.

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