Mum found dead on footpath feared to have been 'taken' as 2 arrested
A mum-of-two who was tragically found dead on a footpath is feared to have been “taken”, say police.
Officers raced to concerns for a woman's welfare in Rochdale, Greater Manchester at around 4.30am on Monday.
A woman was found dead at the scene, who has since been identified as 40-year-old Kerry Newman - a "loving daughter and mother of two boys".
Police have since launched an investigation into her death, which has now been declared as "suspicious" after she is believed to have been "taken" from an address in Freehold. Two people, aged 48 and 52, have been arrested on suspicion of murder.
In an emotional tribute, Kerry’s mother and stepfather said she was "taken away from us too soon".
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"She is now in heaven with the angels, rest in peace our beautiful girl."
Police launched an investigation into the death (MEN MEDIA)Her cause of death is currently unknown.
One neighbour told the Manchester Evening News: "It's frightening. I've never witnessed any incidents in this area and this feels very serious. My thoughts are with the family."
Another added: "I'm really shocked and worried. I've got a 10-year-old daughter who plays around there and I send her down that path on her own to the arcade. It's a popular footpath to the retail park but I'm really scared at the idea of her walking down there now."
Forensic officers at the scene (MEN MEDIA)Detective Chief Inspector Rachel Smith from GMP’s Major Incident Team said: “Once again, my sincere and heartfelt sympathies to Kerry’s loved ones at this extremely difficult time.
"Our officers and specialist officers are supporting her family as this investigation continues and we will do everything we can to make sure we get justice for Kerry.
“The investigation into Kerry’s tragic death is moving at pace and we want to ensure justice is sought for Kerry and her loved ones.
The 40-year-old was found dead on a path, not far from a primary school (MEN MEDIA)"We are continuing to exhaust all possible enquiries and because of these efforts we have been able to arrest two suspects and they remain in custody for questioning.
“We are continuing to appeal to anyone with information relating to this incident to please come forward.
"This includes any witnesses, anyone with knowledge of the incident, CCTV, dashcam or mobile phone footage in relation to this incident. Any information you have may bring us one step closer to getting justice for Kerry."
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Police are now appealing to the public for any information linked to the incident (MEN MEDIA)A dedicated Major Incident Public Portal has been opened to receive information, and you can directly submit images and mobile phone, dash-cam, or doorbell footage here.
Alternatively, the Major Incident Team can be contacted on 0161 856 4338 or report on their website using the ‘report’ tool: www.gmp.police.uk
The independent charity Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Police have since confirmed that two people have been charged with perverting the course of justice in connection with Kerry's death. A 48-year-old man and 52-year-old woman will appear at Manchester and Salford Magistrates' Court on Friday, July 21.
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