Murder suspects still in custody

Arrests follow disappearance of Plymouth teenager

Devon and Cornwall Police say two men arrested on suspicion of a murder in Plymouth remain in police custody as detectives investigate the disappearance of 18-year-old Bobbi-Anne McLeod.

Ms McLeod was reported missing to police on Saturday 20 November after she failed to meet with friends in Plymouth.

Following information received by police, they carried out enquiries in the Bovisand area of the South Hams on Tuesday 23 November, where the body of a woman was located.

Formal identification has yet to be carried out, but the family of Bobbi-Anne McLeod have been informed of this development and continue to be supported by investigators.

Two men, aged 24 and 26, were arrested on suspicion of murder and as of Wednesday afternoon are still in police custody.

Police say: "Officers on the ground, supported by the police helicopter and other specialist resources, have been carrying out searches and enquiries in relation to this investigation. Whilst these are ongoing the public can expect to see an increased visible police presence.

"Anyone with information which may assist the ongoing investigation is asked to contact police on 101 quoting log 706 22/11/21.

The Bovisand road will be closed for police access over the next day or so. 

A fundraising page has been set up in the name of Ms McLeod. A link is below: