Murder inquiry in Sticker into missing man is 'challenging'
A woman in her 30s, from Newquay, was arrested last week on suspicion of murder and remains on police bail.
'Dense woodland'
Last week, Devon and Cornwall Police said the body found on Tuesday was not the missing person they were looking for, and the person is yet to be found.The family of the missing man has been informed of all developments.Police initially thought the two inquiries might be linked but are now investigating them separately.
Det Supt Jon Bancroft said: "This is a complex investigation and a challenging environment for our officers in dense woodland and difficult weather conditions."We are being very careful and using the very best forensic and scientific advice from specialist officers to ensure every line of inquiry is thoroughly exhausted."He added the force was aware of the "impact" the investigations were having on the community."A large police presence will remain in the Sticker area into this week, and I continue to ask that people do not speculate on social media about this case, as it may negatively impact our inquiries and investigation."
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