Missing Barnsley woman found dead

A woman who went missing from her home in Barnsley has been found dead.

Lorraine Fowlds, of Thurnscoe, disappeared yesterday, Saturday, January 11, and police had appealed for help to find her.

Officers searching for the 48-year-old last night found a body in Thurnscoe, which has been formally identified as Ms Fowlds.

Police said her family has been informed and is being supported by specialist officers.

Lorraine Fowlds, 48, was found dead in Thurnscoe, Barnsley, following a missing person appealplaceholder image
Lorraine Fowlds, 48, was found dead in Thurnscoe, Barnsley, following a missing person appeal

Her death is not being treated as suspicious but officers remain in the area carrying out enquiries.

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