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Man and woman arrested on suspicion of murder after human remains found in park

The discovery in Rowdown Fields in New Addington, Croydon, south London, is believed to be the remains of one person.

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A man and a woman have been arrested on suspicion of murder after human remains were found in a south London park.

The discovery was made in Rowdown Fields in New Addington, Croydon, on Tuesday April 2.

A post-mortem examination will take place on Sunday, the force added.

Human remains found in south London park
Police near the scene in Rowdown Fields, New Addington, Croydon, south London, where human remains were found (Jordan Pettitt/PA)

He added: “I understand the significant concern this discovery will have caused to local people, and I want to thank the community for their patience.

“Although we are unable to formally identify the victim at this time, my team are working around the clock in order to do so. Their inquiries have made significant progress and I will provide a further update as soon as possible.

“We remain in contact with partners and local community members. I am grateful to them for their support.”

Anyone with information that may assist the investigation who has yet to speak with police is asked to call 101, quoting reference 1656/02Apr.

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