A body found near Markfield yesterday is that of a woman who been reported missing, police said today.
Jane Reeder, 55, was last seen at her home in Narborough around 9.30am on Tuesday.
A member of the public called officers to Billa Barra Lane, near Markfield the next morning and a woman’s body was recovered.
In a statement this afternoon, Leicestershire Police said: “Officers can now confirm that a body found in Markfield is that of a missing Leicestershire woman, Jane Reeder.
“Police were called at 10.25am yesterday by a member of the public to Billa Barra Lane and a report of a body found in the area.
“The body has since been formally identified as 55-year-old Jane Reeder who was reported missing from her home in Narborough the day before.
“Her death is not being treated as suspicious and a file is being prepared for HM Coroner.
“Officers would like to thank everyone who shared our appeal to help find Mrs Reeder and assisted with inquiries.”
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