17/12/2013

Arrests Made In 22 Year Old Disappearance Case

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of the abduction and murder of a woman in Coventry 22 years ago.

Nicola Payne was 18 at the time of her disappearance on 14 December 1991.

It is understood that new forensic evidence has been uncovered that could provide a "breakthrough" in the case.

West Midlands Police arrested two men, both aged 49, in connection with the case. The men were arrested at their homes in the Bell Green and Stoke areas of Coventry.

A 51-year-old woman has also been arrested on suspicion of perverting the course of justice.

This is the first time anyone has been charged in connection with Nicola Payne's disappearance.

(MH/CD)


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