Claudia Lawrence: New CCTV Released
Police investigating the disappearance and suspected murder of York chef Claudia Lawrence have released previously unseen CCTV.
Police investigating the disappearance and suspected murder of York chef Claudia Lawrence have released previously unseen CCTV.
It shows two people seen near the 35-year-old’s home the night she was last seen or heard of in 2009.
Officers believe these two people could hold vital clues into Claudia’s disappearance.
Detective Superintendent Dai Malyn from North Yorkshire Police said: “The footage shows two people who we need to identify. They were caught on a CCTV camera at 7.15pm on Wednesday 18th March 2009, a short while before Claudia spoke to her parents on the phone.
“Of particular interest to the investigation team is the person who is seen walking down Heworth Place which leads to the back of Claudia’s house.
“The person goes out of camera shot but reappears just over a minute later. They appear to be carrying a bag over their shoulder.
“As the person heads back towards Heworth Road they suddenly stop when another unknown person walks past.
“Who is this? Do they live locally? What were they doing?
“If you can help to identify either person, please contact us as soon as possible. We are waiting to hear from you.”
Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 1, and pass details to the Force Control Room. Please quote “Claudia Lawrence” when passing on details.
Alternatively, if you have any information about the Claudia Lawrence case you can contact the independent crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or through their Anonymous Online Form.