A 29-year-old man is held on suspicion of the murder and rape of Megan Newborough, police say.
A woman who was reported missing and later found dead on a rural lane has been named by police.
Megan Newborough, 23, from Nuneaton, Warwickshire, was found on Charley Road near Woodhouse Eaves, Leicestershire, in the early hours of Sunday. A 29-year-old man, from Coalville, has been arrested on suspicion of murder and rape. He remains in custody.They said she was the "most generous, loving and caring person".They added they were grateful for the support but asked to "grieve in peace".The body of Ms Newborough was found close to the junction with the B591 Beacon Road.
Leicestershire Police appealed for anyone who saw a white Citroen C3 travelling between Coalville and Loughborough to contact the force."We're continuing to establish the circumstances surrounding Megan's death.Follow BBC East Midlands on
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