A quiet street in Chesterfield has become the centre of a horrifying murder investigation after a local man confessed to killing his neighbour, 31-year-old Sarah Henshaw.
Human remains have been discovered by Derbyshire Police, who are leading a desperate search for the missing woman. The grim find was made in a rural area near Duckmanton, close to where Sarah was last seen.
The nightmare began when a 44-year-old man, known to the victim, walked into a local police station and calmly admitted to her murder. He was immediately arrested on suspicion of killing Sarah, who vanished without a trace on Friday, 20th September.
A Community in Shock
Neighbours on the quiet residential street where Sarah lived are reeling from the revelation. The arrested man, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was known to those in the area.
Forensic teams have been scouring a white VW Caddy van, believed to be connected to the case. The vehicle was seized by detectives and removed from the scene for a thorough examination.
The Search Intensifies
Police have cordoned off multiple sites, including a property in Chesterfield and the area where the remains were found. Specialist search units and forensic officers are working tirelessly to piece together the victim's final movements.
"This is a fast-moving and complex investigation," a Derbyshire Police spokesperson stated. "We have a dedicated team working around the clock following the information we have been given."
Sarah's family have been informed of the devastating developments and are being supported by specially trained officers during this unimaginable time.
The 44-year-old suspect remains in police custody as the investigation continues to unfold, with further searches expected in the coming days.
