Sticker: 'meticulous forensic examinations' continue amid murder investigation
It follows the disappearance of 43-year-old Daniel Coleman earlier this month
Devon and Cornwall Police have confirmed that specialist officers continue in their 'meticulous forensic examinations' of a site in Sticker - as part of their ongoing murder investigation.
It's been described as a case which is 'extremely complex and unique' - and follows the disappearance of 43-year-old Daniel Coleman earlier this month.
Detective Superintendent Kev Till said: “This is an extremely complex and unique investigation with experts working methodically across a large and challenging area of woodland.
“Our enquiries are progressing with diligence and a significant police presence is expected to remain at the scene into the coming weeks.
“Human remains being carefully recovered at the site are believed to be those of Daniel Coleman from St Austell.
“Formal identification is yet to take place, and we expect this to take some time.
“Searches are continuing in order to fully understand what happened to Daniel and for us to be able to provide answers for his family.
“A suspect has appeared in court charged with murder and we would urge people not to speculate on this case, especially on social media, and risk prejudicing these ongoing proceedings.
“Any members of the public with concerns can contact us via our website or by calling 101.
“Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling freephone 0800 555111.”
A 39-year-old man has appeared in court charged with the murder of Daniel Coleman.
James Desborough, of Old Oak Woods, Lower Sticker, has been remanded in custody and will next appear before Truro Crown Court on 8 August.