A murder investigation was launched after a member of the public found the 'unknown item' in Kersal Dale wetlands at around 5.50pm on Thursday 4 April.
A murder investigation was launched byafter a member of the public found the "unknown item" in Kersal Dale wetlands at around 5.50pm on Thursday 4 April.
Almost two weeks on from the discovery, police are now standing down from the scene but they say 'the work is far from over.' “We are confident with the extent of our search and that it’s the right time to stand the scene down. Over the last 12 days, over 100 officers, several search dogs, Crime Scene Investigators, and scientists have worked tirelessly in difficult conditions, searching the area by strategically combing through Kersal Dale Wetlands and its surrounding area.
“Through initial forensic work, we have confirmed the man is likely to be aged older than 40, and appears to be white, however given we don’t know his identity yet, we can’t confirm his nationality at this stage. There are also no distinguishing marks on his body, for example tattoos or noticeable scars.
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