- Gaynor Lord missing
- Body found in river
- No third-party involvement
A segment of the River Wensum in Norwich was combed by a specialized dive team when officers determined that the 55-year-old had a “high probability” of falling into the water.
There is “no evidence of third-party involvement” in the disappearance of Gaynor Lord, a mother of three, according to the Police.
The investigation is “at this stage” a “missing person’s inquiry,” according to Chief Superintendent Dave Buckley, and they are sure she did not encounter anyone en route to the park where she was last seen.
It follows the discovery of a woman’s remains by specialized divers on Friday while they were searching for Ms. Lord. The family has been notified, although the identities of the remains remain unknown.
On Friday, December 8, at 2:45 p.m., the 55-year-old Jarrolds department store employee in Norwich’s city center departed work early.
A specialized dive team combed a section of the River Wensum when officers identified a “high probability” that Ms. Lord had entered the water.
Officers were observed retrieving an object from the river in a black bag at noon on Friday.
Norfolk Constabulary issued the following statement: “Police investigating the disappearance of Gaynor Lord of Norwich can affirm the discovery of a body in the River Wensum.
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“Underwater search teams discovered the body in the river this morning; it has since been extracted from the water.”
Although the body has not yet been officially identified, Gaynor’s family has been notified.
They maintain the assistance of officers with specialized training.
‘Open-minded’ Police
Detectives remained “open-minded” regarding Gaynor’s disappearance, according to Chief Superintendent Dave Buckley, who spoke to reporters at the location. He added that they would pursue “all lines of inquiry.”
He stated that since Ms. Lord departed from work, the Police now have a “better understanding” of her movements throughout the city center.
The senior officer continued, “There is no indication of third-party involvement; I would like to reiterate this.” Our inquiries have not yielded any changes to this position.”
At this time, the corpse will be subjected to a post-mortem examination to determine the cause of death.
In remembrance of Ms. Lord, floral tributes were erected near the entrances of Wensum Park after the body’s discovery.
One of them remarked, “May Gaynor find peace. Gaynor.” Blessings of God be upon your family.”
Police had previously stated that they lacked “any degree of confidence” in their ability to determine Ms. Lord’s mental state at the time of her disappearance.
At 4:01 p.m. on Friday, she was last seen on CCTV walking along St Augustine’s Street in Norwich while wearing spectacles and a long coat.
Later, in Wensum Park, Ms. Lord’s apparel, mobile phone, eyeglasses, and jewelry comprising two rings were discovered in multiple locations.
Her outermost garment was discovered in the river that flows through the park.
Before this, Ch Supt Buckley stated to reporters that officers had “some indications” as to why Ms. Lord departed from her duties over an hour before her scheduled departure time.
Julie Butcher, an acquaintance of Ms. Lord’s, reported receiving a missed call from the mother-of-three’s mobile phone. This occurred minutes after CCTV footage last captured her.
Police confirmed they had consulted Lancashire Constabulary officers involved in the investigation into the whereabouts of Nicola Bulley.
On February 19, the body of Ms. Bulley was discovered in the River Wyre in Lancashire.
How the Lancashire force managed the investigation and the subsequent revelation of Ms. Bulley’s private information drew criticism.
