15/06/2015

Rebecca Minnock And Son Found 'Safe And Well'

Police have reported that Rebecca Minnock and her three-year-old son Ethan have been found "safe and well".

Rebecca, known as Becky, had been missing with Ethan since May 26. She made contact with police on Friday 12 June.

It is understood that she was staying in the Oxford area.

DCI Marie Wright, who led the investigation, said: "This is the news we had been hoping for and I am grateful to Becky for coming forward.

"Both Becky and Ethan will now receive the support they need and the appropriate welfare arrangements will be made.

"I would like to thank the public and the media for their assistance throughout this investigation."

(MH)

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