Woman found dead at Northamptonshire caravan park named by police murder investigation team
A woman found dead at a Northamptonshire caravan park has been named by police as part of their investigation.
Detectives have named the woman found dead in a caravan at Overstone Lakes in Ecton Lane, Sywell as 62-year-old Susan Lumsden.
Police were called at about 6.20am on Monday, August 24, following reports of an assault.
A murder investigation was launched and a 72-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder. He remains in police custody at this time.
Senior investigating officer Detective Chief Inspector Ryan Catling said: “Our thoughts remain with Susan’s family and loved ones at this incredibly difficult time and specialist officers continue to support them.
“Our investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death is progressing, and although we have a man in custody, we are still keen to hear from anyone who may have been in the Ecton Lane area of Sywell, particularly the caravan park, in the hours leading up to the incident, or who may have information which could assist our investigation.
“Anyone with information, no matter how insignificant they think it may be, is asked to contact Northamptonshire Police as soon as possible.”
Witnesses or anyone with information are asked to contact Northamptonshire Police on 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.
Information can also be submitted online at www.northants.police.uk/RO and Giving information | Crimestoppers.
Please quote incident number 26000506443 when providing any information to make sure it gets to the right person as quickly as possible.
A spokesman for Overstone Lakes said: "We are deeply saddened that a woman lost her life following a serious incident at Overstone Lakes. Our thoughts are with her family, friends and loved ones at this extremely difficult time.
“We are fully co-operating with Northamptonshire Police and assisting with its investigation.
"As this is an ongoing police matter, it would not be appropriate for us to comment further on the circumstances, and any enquiries relating to the investigation should be directed to Northamptonshire Police.”