Body found in search for missing Jarrow woman.

Northumbria Police
Author: Micky WelchPublished 22nd Mar 2024

A body has sadly been found in the search for missing woman Alyson Walker.

Alyson, 56, from Jarrow, was first reported missing from Sunderland city centre on the afternoon of Wednesday, March 20.

Extensive enquiries were carried out by Northumbria Police to locate her.

Sadly, a body was found in the Boldon area yesterday (Thursday) evening.

Formal identification is yet to take place but Alyson’s next of kin have been notified and are currently being supported by specialist officers.

This is an extremely sad conclusion to our investigation.

Officers would like to thank everyone who helped in the search for Alyson by sharing appeals and providing information on possible sightings.

Officers do not believe there to be any third-party involvement and a report will be prepared for the coroner.

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