Latest news with #EMSOU
ITV News
a day ago
- ITV News
Man arrested after body of woman found at a home in Burton Latimer after McDonald's crash
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after police discovered the body of a woman after they were called to reports of a car crashing into a restaurant. At around 3.30pm on June 13, Northamptonshire Police received a report of a man crashing a blue Skoda Superb car at McDonald's in Folley Way. Roads Policing officers attended and enquiries led to the discovery of the body of a woman in her 30s at an address in Donnington Road in Burton Latimer. A post-mortem carried out at Leicester Royal Infirmary gave the preliminary cause of death as applied pressure to the victim's neck. Formal identification is yet to take place, specially trained officers are supporting the woman's next of kin as the investigation progresses. Officers from the East Midlands Special Operations Unit (EMSOU) have launched a murder investigation and are appealing for anyone with relevant information to get in touch. A 35-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder. Officers are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident. Neighbourhood Policing Teams are carrying out additional patrols in Burton Latimer to provide community support and reassurance, and anyone with concerns is encouraged to speak to them. Senior investigating officer Detective Inspector Torie Harrison, of EMSOU, said: 'Following the tragic discovery of a woman's body in Burton Latimer yesterday afternoon, our thoughts and condolences are with everyone who knew and loved her. 'We have established a comprehensive and fast-moving investigation into the circumstances of her death, with one arrest made. At present we believe this to be an isolated incident with no risk to the wider community. 'I know news of this death will cause immense concern and distress to people in the local area, and we will be maintaining an enhanced presence over the coming days to provide reassurance and support as enquiries continue.' Anyone with information, including CCTV, smart doorbell or dash-cam footage, is asked to call Northamptonshire Police on 101, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 and quote the reference number 25000343828.
Metro
a day ago
- Metro
Man arrested for murder of woman after crashing into McDonald's restaurant
A murder probe has been launched after a woman was found dead in a home in Northamptonshire. She was discovered inside a home on Donnington Road, Burton Latimer, after a car crash at a McDonald's restaurant some minutes away led them to the property. Police officers were alerted to the fast-food restaurant on Folley Way at about 3.30pm on Friday after a smash. A 35-year-old man had crashed his blue Skoda Superb car into the restaurant wall. When he was questioned, police officers learned about the woman at the property, which is located less than five minutes from the McDonald's. She died as a result of pressure on her neck, a preliminary forensic post-mortem has revealed, the police said. Detectives have now arrested the 35-year-old man on suspicion of murder, and he remains in police custody. Neither the victim nor the male suspect are previously known to the police. Senior investigating officer Detective Inspector Torie Harrison, of EMSOU, said: 'While we're not yet able to formally name the victim, our family liaison officers are supporting her family and keeping them up to date on our progress is our priority. 'This is a fast-moving investigation dedicated to finding the answers they need, and I'd like to offer reassurance that we continue to treat this as an isolated incident with no risk to the wider public. More Trending 'I would like to thank all those witnesses who have already spoken to us, and ask anyone who may have information but has yet to speak to us to come forward.' Heavy police presence remains in place on the residential street as the investigation continues and neighbourhood officers provide support and assurance to residents. Superintendent Steve Freeman, the local area commander for North Northamptonshire, said previously: 'I know that people are very upset by this tragic death, and I want to reassure the community that we are not seeking anyone else in connection with this investigation and we do not believe there is a wider risk to the community. 'The investigation is fast-moving and our teams are dedicated to securing answers to what has happened.' Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: You can score free McDonald's hash browns and McNuggets this week — here's how MORE: Air India crash: Families' anger at 'delays' in getting bodies of loved ones back MORE: I missed Air India flight by 10 minutes – my mind went numb
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- The Irish Sun
Body of woman in her 30s found at home after ‘car crashed into McDonald's' as cops arrest man on suspicion of murder
THE BODY of a 30-year-old woman has been found at a home after a car crashed into a McDonald's — leading police to arrest a man on suspicion of murder. Northamptonshire Police have confirmed that a man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman's body was discovered in Burton Latimer. Officers said they received reports of a man crashing a blue Skoda Superb at a McDonald's on Folley Way at around 3.30pm on June 13. Police arrived at the scene, which led to the discovery of a woman in her 30s found dead at an address on Donnington Road. The East Midlands Special Operations Unit has launched a murder investigation and is appealing for anyone with information to come forward. A local resident said they saw forensic teams and a heavy police presence in what is usually a quiet town. read more on UK news Police said the 35-year-old man arrested remains in custody and confirmed they are not looking for anyone else in connection with the murder. Neighbourhood policing teams will remain in the area, carrying out regular patrols to reassure the community and encouraging anyone with concerns to speak to them. Senior investigating officer Detective Inspector Torie Harrison, of EMSOU, said: 'Following the tragic discovery of a woman's body in Burton Latimer yesterday afternoon, our thoughts and condolences are with everyone who knew and loved her. 'We have established a comprehensive and fast-moving investigation into the circumstances of her death, with one arrest made. Most read in The Sun "At present we believe this to be an isolated incident with no risk to the wider community. 'I know news of this death will cause immense concern and distress to people in the local area, and we will be maintaining an enhanced presence over the coming days to provide reassurance and support as enquiries continue.' Anyone with information — including 1 The McDonald's where the man, 35, crashed a blue Skoda was the key location that led police to discover the body of a 30-year-old woman Credit: Google
BBC News
23-04-2025
- BBC News
Man who fled to Spain after supplying drugs in Northampton jailed
A man who fled to Spain after being charged with supplying cannabis has been jailed for more than three Karavaqiri, 26, was the "right-hand man" of a gang being investigated for drug dealing in Northampton and Milton other men involved in the conspiracy were jailed last senior investigating officer said getting Karavaqiri back to the UK demonstrated "our determination to bring those responsible for the supply of illegal drugs to account". Karavaqiri's conviction followed an investigation by the East Midlands Special Operations Unit (EMSOU) into the supply of the Class B drug in Northamptonshire, Buckinghamshire and senior investigating officer, Det Sgt Chris Sewell, said: "Our investigations into this criminal group uncovered a sizeable network of people facilitating the supply of cannabis, including Viktor Karavaqiri."Karavaqiri played a significant role in these illegal operations, with the evidence we painstakingly gathered showing how he acted as a right-hand man to the group's leader, acting as his deputy and overseeing sales himself as well as directing others in the group to make deliveries." Det Sgt Sewell added that, after Karavaqiri fled the UK, police were able to secure his return with the co-operation of the Spanish pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply a Class B drug and was sentenced on 17 April at Northampton Crown Court to three years and four months in prison.A forfeiture order was made for his Audi A4 other men convicted of offences relating to the conspiracy, including the ringleader, Fjoraldo Lazaj, 26, were jailed for a total of more than 15 years at the same court last Sgt Sewell said: "I hope this sentence and the wider case demonstrates our determination to bring those responsible for the sale and supply of illegal drugs to account." Follow Northamptonshire news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
