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Human remains found in Feltham, south-west London, on August 12 have been identified as missing Southampton mother Joanne Sheen. A second man has been arrested and bailed in connection with her death.
A 56-year-old man has been rearrested in connection with the discovery of human remains in Feltham, which have been identified as missing mother-of-three Joanne Sheen. Sheen was last seen in December 2019.
Human remains believed to be those of Joanne Sheen were discovered in Feltham on August 12, nearly seven years after she vanished. A 56-year-old man from Southampton has been arrested.
Human remains discovered in Feltham after a wildfire have been identified as missing mother-of-three Joanne Sheen. A 56-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit murder as Hampshire Police lead the investigation.

A 14-year-old boy was taken to hospital with injuries not believed to be life-threatening following a disturbance on Bedfont Lane. Nine youths, aged 12 to 16, were arrested and have since been released on bail.

A murder investigation has been launched after human bones, believed to belong to a woman aged 25 to 45, were found in woodland in Feltham. Police are appealing for information to help identify the victim and establish the circumstances.
Detectives have launched a murder investigation after human remains were discovered in woodland in Feltham. The remains are believed to belong to a woman aged between 25 and 45.

Police have confirmed human remains were found at Bedfont Lakes Country Park in Hounslow. A crime scene remains in place while forensic tests determine the identity and age of the bones. Residents suggest wildfires may have exposed them, but this is unconfirmed by authorities.

An 18-year-old was fatally stabbed in Feltham High Street in January 2026 after a feud between two groups of youths escalated online. A 16-year-old, who cannot be named, is charged with murder. Two others, also 16, face conspiracy charges. The trial continues at the Old Bailey.
Significant incidents, hearings, outcomes and public-data changes across the capital.