Officers investigating the murder of Lynda Spence in 2011 are carrying out a detailed assessment of land in West Cowal and are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
Assessment work is being carried out by Police Scotland prior to potential search work being undertaken to establish if Lynda’s remains are within this area.
Detective Superintendent Suzanne Chow of the Major Investiagtions Team said: “We are carrying out an assessment here with potential for further search at a later stage.” pic.twitter.com/7jJFPxv2k0
— Dunoon Observer (@dunoonobserver) March 16, 2022
Detective Superintendent Suzanne Chow, of the Major Investigation Team, said: “This detailed work, involves Police Scotland detectives, local policing officers and specialist search teams, supported by forensic scientists and experts from across the United Kingdom.
“The operation is expected to take some considerable time due to the nature of the ground and remote location.
“Lynda’s family have been informed of this development and officers are supporting them during this difficult time. We will keep them updated as the work continues.
The area of land being assessed is 8.6 hectares and the assessment is expected to involve geophysicists, drones and dogs.
Dectective Superintendent Chow continued: “There will be a significant police presence in the area as this operation continues and I would like to thank the local community for their co-operation at this time.
“I would ask anyone with information to please come forward and speak to officers.”
Detective Superintendent Chow continued: “There will be additional police in the area. If you have any information I would appeal to you to come forward.” pic.twitter.com/m3sacP76E5
— Dunoon Observer (@dunoonobserver) March 16, 2022
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