LATEST: Live updates as body found in search for missing Somaiya Begum
A 52-YEAR-OLD man has been re-arrested on suspicion of murder after a body was found in the investigation into the disappearance of Bradford woman Somaiya Begum.
The body was found near Fitzwilliam Street, in Broomfields, on Wednesday evening at 7.35pm, with workers in the area speaking of their shock at the discovery.
Miss Begum, 20, had been reported missing on Sunday, June 26.
Her family have been informed.
A spokesperson from the force said: "Detectives investigating the disappearance of Somaiya Begum from Bradford have found a body.
"Extensive enquiries have been carried out since she was reported missing on June 26 to find her, officers would like to thank the community for assisting the investigation which is ongoing.
"At 7.35pm yesterday (Wednesday) evening a body was found near Fitzwilliam Street, Bradford.
"A scene is in place whilst forensic examinations are ongoing.
"Although formal identification has yet to take place the family of Somaiya has been informed.
"A 52-year-old man has been re-arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody at this time."
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