Search for missing Reanne Coulson enters 'new phase' as third person is arrested
The mother of missing Reanne Coulson today pleaded: “I just want my baby back”, as West Midlands Police's search for the missing Coventry woman entered a new phase
Last updated 26th Jun 2025
The mother of missing Reanne Coulson today pleaded: “I just want my baby back”, as West Midlands Police's search for the missing Coventry woman entered a new phase.
A third person has now been arrested as part of West Midlands Police's investigation into the disappearance of Reanne Coulson, as searches for her begin to focus on a new location.
The 38-year-old was detained just before 4pm yesterday in the Coventry area on suspicion of perverting the course of justice and remains in custody today, as does a 42-year-old man arrested on Tuesday on suspicion of her murder.
Police have until late tomorrow to either release or charge the man who was arrested on Tuesday.
West Midlands Police say they have officers from across a number of teams working round the clock to locate 34-year-old Reanne and have viewed hundreds of hours of CCTV and taken more than 50 statements from potential witnesses as part of the investigation.
Today, as a result of information received as part of the investigation, specialist teams including police dogs are searching Binley Woods as well as other areas of land in neighbouring Warwickshire.
Reanne was last seen at around 9.46pm on 21st May in Coventry after visiting a food bank at St Mary & Benedict Church on Raglan Street.
A man, aged 53, who was previously arrested in connection with her disappearance, has been released on bail with strict conditions while the investigation continues.
In a new appeal today, Reanne’s mother Lynne Sparkes said: “Is there anybody out there that knows anything about Reanne’s disappearance?
“From one parent to another, you can only imagine how I’m feeling.
“Please come forward to give our family some closure.
“I just want my baby back.”
Reanne’s twin sister Kirsten added: “If you were in Vauxhall Street on the 21 or 22 May for whatever reason, if you know anything about my sister’s disappearance, please let the police know.
“Just pick up the phone no matter how small it is. Anything is better than nothing. Your information might just help us to find her.
“We are all worried sick about her. Words can't describe the pain we are all feeling. Our family are desperate. We need answers. Please help us get Reanne back.”
Detective Superintendent Jim Munro, from West Midlands Police Major Crime Unit, said: “We are continuing to work flat out to find Reanne, and get the answers that her family so desperately need.
“I believe people in the Coventry area know what has happened to her. It may be that they are reluctant to come forward with information, but it’s vital that they do.
“Reanne is so loved by her family. Please do the right thing and help us find her, for their sake.”