Woman's body found in country lane

Curtis LancasterBBC News
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Police were called to Owslebury on Tuesday evening

Police are investigating the death of a woman in her 30s after her body was found in a country lane.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary was called at 17:51 BST on Tuesday to the scene near Whaddon Lane in Owslebury.

Police said they have started a "homicide" investigation but are "keeping an open mind".

Officers have remained in the area, close to Marwell Zoo in Winchester, conducting inquiries.

News imageFlowers can be seen placed against a log in a wooded area
Flowers have been laid near the scene by members of the public

The woman has not been formally identified but her next of kin have been informed and are being supported, police added.

Flowers have been laid near the scene by members of the public.


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