Appeal from police investigating death of Collette Law

Police have issued a witness appeal in an attempt to find a man they believe may be able to help them in their investigation into the death of Collete Law.

Paul Neilson (30), of no fixed address, has been charged with the murder of 26-year-old Colette in Spalding on July 17.
The trial is expected to start in January 2024.
Lincolnshire Police have released a picture of a man they would like to speak to.
A spokesman said: ” We are taking this unusual step as we think he may have information that will help with our inquiries as a witness. We’re appealing for the man to get in touch or for anyone who can help with his name and details to contact us.
Detective Inspector Adrian Czajkowski, senior investigating officer, said: “I want to be really clear that we are appealing for help to identify the man who we believe is a witness and he may have information that will be helpful as we continue to investigate the circumstances around the tragic death of Colette.
“If anyone can help with who he is please get in touch.” Anyone with information is asked to contact 101 or alternatively Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online Crimestoppers-uk.org. Information can also be submitted here https://mipp.police.uk/operation/33EM23C97-PO1
Please quote incident 487 of 17 July .

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