Searches being carried out in Rotherham in connection with 1995 murder of Sheffield woman
The body of 26 year old Teresa Shephard has never been found
Searches are taking place in Rotherham in connection with the murder of a Sheffield woman whose body has never been found.
26 year old Teresa Shephard went missing in June 1995, with her ex, Worksop man Peter Turner, subsequently being jailed for life over her killing.
Police vans and excavation crews have been seen in a filed off Piper Lane in Aston, Rotherham, today, as part of efforts to locate Teresa's remains.
In a statement, South Yorkshire Police wrote: "Teresa's family are aware of this update, and we will continue to keep them up to date with our enquiries."
"They continue to ask for their privacy to be respected."