Police arrest man on suspicion of murder after girl killed in Boston
A 22 year-old man's been arrested by Lincolnshire Police
Last updated 30th Jul 2022
Lincolnshire Police says it has arrested a 22 year-old man on suspicion of murder following the death of a girl in Boston.
Officers detained the man in the Boston Central Park area at around 2.45pm today (30 July).
The arrest follows a combination of intelligence and information supplied by several members of the public.
It came after a CCTV appeal for help to find a man earlier today.
Police have thanked everyone for their assistance as they continue our investigation.
Officers say they are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident.
Nine year-old Lillea Valutyte died after being stabbed in Boston on Thursday.
Her family are being supported by specialist officers.
There will continue to be a significant police presence in the town while the investigation continues.
Anyone with information is still being encouraged to come forward via the Major Incident portal.
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