Pair arrested over murder in Leighton Buzzard 40 years ago

Carol Morgan's body was found in a shop in Linslade in 1981

Author: Dan GoodingPublished 1st Jul 2021

Two people have been arrested over the murder of a woman in Leighton Buzzard 40 years ago.

Carol Morgan's body was found at a shop on Finch Crescent in August 1981, with no one charged.

She was 36 when she died.

Now a 70-year-old man and 72-year-old woman, from Brighton, have been arrested on suspicion of murder and conspiracy to murder.

Detective Chief Inspector Carl Foster from the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Major Crime Unit said:

“While no-one has ever been charged in connection with Carol’s death we remain committed to bringing those responsible to justice and finding out the truth for her family.

“I want people to know that no murder investigation is ever closed. Our Cold Case Unit reviews every unsolved murder and works tirelessly to explore all investigative opportunities which are available.

“That includes new evidence from witnesses or people with information - it’s never too late to share something which could help this investigation. Any details, no matter how small or insignificant they may seem, could be vital.”

Anyone with information about the death of Carol Morgan is asked to contact the dedicated Operation Markdown incident room number on 01480 422796.

Information can also be provided on the Operation Markdown page on the Major Incident Public Portal site.

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