Detectives investigating the suspected murder of 19 year old Stevenage woman Amelia Arnold have arrested a man in connection with the enquiry. 22 year old Jack Wall from Hadrian’s Walk in Stevenage was arrested this morning (Sunday, November 11) on suspicion of murder. He is currently in police custody. Amelia has not been seen since Wednesday, November 7 and searches continue in the Stevenage area to locate her. Detective Chief Inspector Tim Redfearn from the joint Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Major Crime Unit is leading the investigation. He said: “Amelia’s family are extremely distraught and are desperate for information on her whereabouts. “Intelligence led searches are taking place in the Stevenage area to find Amelia but we would appeal to anyone who can provide information of her whereabouts to contact police immediately via the non-emergency number 101.”  The police investigation currently centres around their shared home in Hadrian’s Walk, Stevenage. Tim added: “I’d also renew my appeal for anyone who saw or heard any suspicious activity in Hadrian’s Walk between Wednesday (November 7) and Friday (November 9) to come forward. Significant evidence had been found in an area close to Hollybush Lane, Welwyn Garden City and this area has been cordoned off whilst further investigations take place there. Tim continued: “We believe evidence in relation to the murder has been left here and we are extremely keen to hear from anyone who lives in the area of Hollybush Lane and saw a white van or anyone depositing of items in the area on Thursday afternoon or evening to make contact with police. Anyone with information is asked to contact police immediately by calling the non-emergency number 101. Alternatively call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

 

Amelia’s family, who are being supported by specialist officers, have requested that their privacy be respected at this very difficult time.

 

A 41 year old man from the local area was arrested on Saturday (November 10) in connection with the investigation. He remains in police custody at this time.

Source: Hertfordshire Constabulary