Man arrested for second time 33 years after murder of woman in Gloucester
Carol Clark from Bristol was 32 when her body was found in 1993
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A 69-year-old man has been arrested for a second time on suspicion of murdering a woman in Gloucester 33 years ago.
Carol Clark, from Bristol, was 32 at the time of her death, and was discovered partially clothed by a dog walker in reeds and undergrowth near the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal on 28th March 1993.
It was determined that Carol had been strangled and her neck broken.
Officers from Gloucestershire Constabulary's Major Crime Investigation Team detained the man at a property in Gloucester this morning (April 14th).
He remains in custody.
The suspect was initially arrested in April 2023 and remained under investigation until his rearrest today (April 14th), which police say followed a "significant development" in their inquiry.
Carol's family have been informed and are receiving support from specialist officers.
Detective Chief Inspector Wayne Usher, head of Gloucestershire Constabulary’s Major Crime Investigation Team, said:
“Today’s arrest is a significant development in our investigation to identify Carol’s killer and bring them to justice.
“For the past 33 years we have worked hard to solve this case, and we continue to leave no stone unturned.
“Last month, we issued a renewed appeal to the public for information about Carol’s death and I remain grateful for the support both the media and the public continue to give us.
“Our thoughts remain with Carol’s family at this time and we will continue to keep them informed about any further developments.”