Body found confirmed to be missing Bournemouth woman

65 year old Janette has been missing since last Thursday

Author: Leo ChristianPublished 8th Jul 2025

Police Officers from Dorset police searching for missing Bournemouth woman Janette have confirmed that her body has been found deceased

Janette, aged 65, was reported missing having last been seen at around 9.30am on Thursday 3 July 2025 in the area of Alumdale Road in Westbourne.

A spokesperson for the force said:

"At around 1.20pm on Tuesday 8 July 2025, a body was located in the area of The Avenue in Poole.

"While the body has not yet been formally identified, it is believed to be Janette and her next of kin has been informed.

"The death is not being treated as suspicious and HM Coroner has been notified."

Chief Inspector Darren Moores, of Dorset Police, said: “Our thoughts are very much with the family and loved ones of Janette at this extremely difficult time.

“I would like to thank all those involved in the search efforts to locate her, including volunteers from Dorset Search and Rescue (DorSAR).”

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