Overview
- The 45-year-old, missing since December 25, was discovered buried in the garden of her former partner’s home after a renewed search on January 1.
- The 41-year-old ex-partner was placed in police custody and told investigators he caused her death after Christmas Eve before concealing the body.
- Investigators said the initial account provided by the suspect—claiming she left with two men for Spain and Portugal—was fabricated.
- Police appeals for witnesses prompted two testimonies describing prior violence and death threats, shifting the inquiry from a voluntary departure to suspected homicide.
- Prosecutors opened a preliminary investigation for murder by a current or former partner, ordered an autopsy, and reported the body was found wrapped in a duvet cover.