October 29 - A new forensic search of Miss Lawrence's home is announced as police launch a fresh review of the case. Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning, 2023 Guardian News & Media Limited or its affiliated companies. "Claudia would be 46 now. He was a very private person thrust into the full glare of the media, and despite a tireless campaign to find her, he also selflessly devoted himself to helping others with missing relatives through the charity Missing People.. July - Claudias Law otherwise known as the Guardianship (Missing Persons) Act 2017 comes into force. The force has said underwater search teams would also take part in evidence-gathering efforts. A spokesman for Claudias family confirmed that the note was found in January, before being handed to police. Distraught Joan Lawrence, 76, said it was impossible for cops to investigate convicted killer Halliwell with "such a small amount of money". She has not been seen or heard from since. He lived close to her home and had been a colleague of hers at the University of York. "There are no substantive links to the inquiry," said a force spokesman. Aug 25, 2021. In recent years. OctoberPolice announce they will be speaking with former partners of Lawrence, after it emerged she had had affairs with married men. Claudia Lawrence with her father Peter, who died in February this year. Claudia Lawrence was born in Malton, North Yorkshire in 1974. They all denied any involvement in Lawrence's disappearance. These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience the local community. [14][15] In early June 2009, a reconstruction of Lawrence's last known movements was featured in an appeal on BBC One's Crimewatch. Claudia Lawrence's mum left 'stunned' at Nicola Bulley - Metro Chef Claudia, 35, was last seen on the evening of March 18, 2009, close to her home in Heworth, Yorks. This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's Claudia's family have also been informed about the latest development. Police in York are searching a flooded quarry for the remains of Claudia Lawrence, who went missing in 2009. There are clearly many parts that make up the jigsaw, and after 13 years it is high time the truth becomes clear and the public's vigilance in reporting information is vital. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. "Information is going to find the answers here. Read about our approach to external linking. [19] Galloway also stated that some people who had been interviewed had been "reluctant and less than candid" when spoken to, and that a team of officers had been sent to Cyprus to interview people whom Lawrence met there. On Thursday, 19 March, Lawrence was scheduled to start work at 6 am. Their main task, she said, would be to decide upon the relevance of any recovered items, and to ask: "What do you send for testing and what questions are you then actually answering?". inaccuracy or intrusion, then please Despite numerous appeals, searches, arrests and interviews, Claudia Lawrence's case remains unsolved, Peter Lawrence, seen here on the 10th anniversary of his daughter's disappearance, was a retired solicitor. "Not searching was not an option not for Claudia, not for her family, and not for the wider public.". Peter Lawrence, 74, passed away on Thursday at St Leonard's Hospice after a short. He said they had posted a report about this on the findclaudia website and had also informed North Yorkshire Police. Unless we get information or intelligence to suggest that Claudia came to harm as a result of an opportunity taken by someone unconnected to her, me and the team still strongly believe the answer lies locally.. Claudia Elizabeth Lawrence (born 27 February 1974) is an English woman who was last seen and heard from on 18 March 2009. She would be a very different woman to the single gadabout she was as a 35-year-old. Police are searching the area around a flooded quarry for the remains of Claudia Lawrence, a York-based chef who went missing 12 years ago. He died aged 74 in St Leonards Hospice, not knowing what happened to his daughter, after suffering from a short illness. Claudia Lawrence, 35, went missing in 2009 and has never been found (Picture: PA) In 2021, police drained a lake at Sand Hutton Gravel Pits, near York, in the search for the missing. While I cannot say today at this stage how long the search will take today we do anticipate specialist officers, staff, and underwater search teams and forensic experts are likely to be at this location for a number of days. "There are no substantive links to the inquiry. In his book, Stephen Fulcher stated that Halliwell had links to Yorkshire because his father lived there, however, his father lived in Huddersfield, some distance from York, and his father had died several years before Lawrence's disappearance. Nine people have been questioned over the years in relation to her . He told the BBC that the legislation, which is officially known as the Guardianship (Missing Persons) Act 2017, means there is one less burden at a time when families are at their emotional lowest ebb. A picture of the flowers and message were released today by Martin Dales, the friend and former spokesman for Claudia's father Peter, speaking to mark the first anniversary of Peter's death last February. Mr Lawrence spearheaded a nationwide search for his daughter Claudia, which cost police around 1m over the last decade. 'Claudia's Law' to help families of missing loved ones Disappearance of Claudia Lawrence Claudia Elizabeth Lawrence (born 27 February 1974) is an English woman who was last seen and heard from on 18 March 2009. "Information is going to find the answers here. A fresh appeal for answers about missing Claudia Lawrence has been made on the eve of the anniversary of her disappearance. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Chef Claudia, 35, was last seen on the evening of March 18 . The mystery discovery was made by a member of the public last month at a North Yorkshire beauty spot - just months after they combed gravel pits and drained a lake to crack the 12-year-old case. March 18 - Claudia finishes work at 2.30pm and is given a lift home to Heworth Road at around 2.50pm. Claudia Lawrence was last heard from in 2009 and although police believe she was murdered, no body has ever been found. A mysterious floral tribute claiming that missing woman Claudia Lawrence is "in the water" has been found near to a beauty spot. Although that is not critical since she might have passed out of camera view or used a parallel street. Her father Peter Lawrence, 74, died last month without finding out what had happened to his daughter. March 23 - Mr Lawrence describes his daughter's disappearance as a "living nightmare" during a news conference in York. In August and September 2021 police engaged in the Lawrence case searched Sand Hutton Gravel Pits, a wooded area around 8 miles (13km) north-east of York city centre. 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Claudia, 35, went missing in 2009, and the tribute flowers were attached to a missing photo of the chef alongside a note which reads God bless her, she is in the water.. She initially worked at several hotels and restaurants in York, but became tired of the unsocial hours this involved. It comessix months after the death ofher solicitor dad Peter, 74, who worked tirelessly to find her. VideoOn board the worlds last surviving turntable ferry, I didnt think make-up was made for black girls, Why there is serious money in kitchen fumes. [4] Lawrence was discreet about this and her family knew little about her relationships with men. CLAUDIA Lawrence's mum says she feels "churned up inside" as cops search gravel pits for her daughter 12 years after she went missing. September 17 - A file of evidence on four men arrested on suspicion of murder is sent by North Yorkshire Police to the Crown Prosecution service (CPS) so it can consider whether to bring charges. "I don't know what to think. There are clearly many parts that make up the jigsaw, and after 13 years it is high time the truth becomes clear and the public's vigilance in reporting information is vital. Claudia Lawrence was last heard from in 2009 and although police believe she was murdered, no body has ever been found. "It's the not knowing that's the worst part, it eats into you, the not knowing what's happened. 21 and 22 MarchA missing persons appeal is released by North Yorkshire police. [28] In July 2013, NYP said the unit would assess several "stalled" cases when it opened in October, including Lawrence's disappearance. Lawrence was normally a prolific user of her mobile, a Samsung SGH-D900, so Cooper was surprised when she was unable to attract a response. University chef Ms Lawrence was last seen at 15.05 on Wednesday 18 March 2009 walking towards her home on Heworth Road, York. Who is Washington Post columnist Gene Weingarten and why is he trending? Police officers searching the land at Sand Hutton Gravel Pits near York in connection with the disappearance of missing university chef Claudia Lawrence. This page was last edited on 15 April 2023, at 18:41. "It could be interpreted in all sorts of ways," he said. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. Lawrence's father Peter, a solicitor, campaigned for the law to be modified in order to allow the appointment of guardians for the affairs of missing people. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Extensive searches take place at the Acomb pub in Kingsway West, including pneumatic drilling to dig up part of the cellar. A lake is being searched by police investigating the suspected murder of Claudia Lawrence, the 35-year-old chef whose disappearance has remained unsolved since 2009 . On board the worlds last surviving turntable ferry. New Claudia Lawrence message found: 'She is in the water God bless A small number of items were recovered during the two-week operation in September, but nothing of any major significance was believed to have been found. He said last year: "I think about Claudia every day. Campaigners say this is a huge step forward in recognising the responsibilities placed on relatives when someone disappears and the current legal difficulties in obtaining permission to act on their behalf. Det Supt Wayne Fox thanked the public for their "positive responses and new information". Claudia was last seen near her home in Melrosegate, Heworth, York, on the evening of March 18, 2009. March 19 - Miss Lawrence's father, Peter, contacts North Yorkshire Police after his daughter fails to keep an arrangement to meet a friend at the Nags Head pub. This campaigning eventually succeeded with the passing of "The Guardianship (Missing Persons) Act 2017" which was introduced to Parliament as a Private Members' Bill. It later turns out to have been prompted by a call from a hoaxer, Richard ORourke, who is jailed for 18 months. Disappearance of Claudia Lawrence - Wikipedia December - Joan reveals she will never give up hope as she begs someone to "end my torture" and tell police what happened. Mysterious note claiming Claudia Lawrence is 'in the water' found at Her father contacted the police two days later after she failed to meet a friend at the Nags Head pub, or turn up to work. Halliwell is currently serving life in jail for killing Sian OCallaghan, 22, and 20-year-old Becky Godden. Indications were that Lawrence had left the house normally to go to work at around 5am on the morning of 19 March, but had never arrived. Police believe she was murdered but no body has ever been found. The force has not revealed what led officers to the location but said it was one of "several active lines of inquiry" being followed in the case. March 23 - A man in his 50s is arrested on suspicion of murdering Miss Lawrence and is released on police bail the following day. A huge search was launched with hundreds of officers and locals involved. Something went wrong, please try again later. On 13 May 2014, a 59-year-old man was arrested by NYP on suspicion of Lawrence's murder. While the exact location hasn't been revealed, it's understood the tribute wasn't discovered at Sand Hutton gravel pits, near York, where investigations took place last September. Send your story ideas to yorkslincs.news@bbc.co.uk or send video here. Claudia Lawrence: Police searching gravel pits in hunt for missing chef The gravel pits are believed to have been used as fishing ponds since 1969. DETECTIVES investigating the death of missing Claudia Lawrence have been handed a floral tribute claiming that she is in the water of a beauty spot. The investigation was also dampened by a lack of CCTV around Claudia's home as well as the fact she had no social media profile or smartphone when she vanished. Claudia Lawrence: New police search in gravel pits eight miles from home of missing York University chef. Searches of Sand Hutton gravel pits, a fishing spot about eight miles (13km) outside the city, began on Tuesday. Dad Peter reported her missing the next day when she failed to arrive at the University of York for her job as a chef. 2023 BBC. [13] NYP received over 1,200 calls offering information. A number of people have been questioned in connection with her disappearance, but no charges have ever been brought. [18], In September 2009, NYP revealed that the search for Lawrence had been extended to Cyprus. [25] Nothing of significance was discovered. Nine people have been questioned in relation to her disappearance, Ms Lawrence's father, Peter, died earlier this year without knowing what happened to his daughter, Police Ms Lawrence was murdered but no body has ever been found, Police have been searching the land at Sand Hutton Gravel Pits. Claudia Lawrence disappeared from York seven years ago "It has been an ongoing nightmare, particularly for parents Joan and Peter and sister Ali, as they wait for news of her whereabouts. DETECTIVES investigating the death of missing Claudia Lawrence have been handed a floral tribute claiming that she is "in the water" of a beauty spot. They considered it likely that she had decided to absent herself and would reappear after a few days. They began the fresh search six miles from where Claudia went missing 12 years ago due to several reports of information which all pointed to the area of Sand Hutton. NYP was initially slow to act on grounds that Lawrence was not a vulnerable person and there was no obvious evidence of violence. Nothing of significance is found. No one hears from her again. February - Claudia's dad Peter dies without ever discovering what happened to his daughter, March - A fresh appeal is launched on the 12th anniversary of her disappearance, August 24 - Police confirm they are searching the gravel pits at Sand Hutton. Police suspected she had 12 lovers in five years. North Yorkshire Police said the search, covering an area of woodland and two lakes popular with anglers, could last for several days. Mr Dales said: "Despite the exhaustive efforts of Claudia's late father Peter, family, friends and North Yorkshire Police, there are still no answers and it is tragic that Peter has died not knowing what has happened to her. [30] On the fifth anniversary of the disappearance, a new appeal was made on Crimewatch, which aired on 19 March 2014. Two bottles of Hair dye, which were found in the home of Claudia Lawrence (Ross Parry) Miss Lawrence was last seen at around 3.05pm on March 18, walking back home from work. 19 MarchShe does not arrive for her 6am shift at the University of York, where she works as a chef. Det Supt Fox, who took over as senior investigating officer in the case earlier this year, said: "Our focus is on finding Claudia and bringing those responsible for her disappearance and suspected murder to justice.". The manager took no further action. "There are clearly many parts that make up the jigsaw, and after 13 years it is high time the truth becomes clear and the public's vigilance in reporting information is vital. BBCapologises to mother of missing woman over licence fee letters, Claudia Lawrences mother appeals for help 13 years after disappearance, Claudia Lawrence: police find no new clues in lake search, Police search quarry near York for Claudia Lawrence remains, Claudia Lawrence: renewed call for information on woman missing since 2009, Father of missing chef Claudia Lawrence dies at 74, Tenyears on, Claudia Lawrence search frustrated by withheld information, Claudia Lawrence case fits behaviour pattern of Christopher Halliwell. Many theories have been put forward over the years - including Claudia may have been trafficked to Amsterdam or moved to Cyprus but police have found no evidence of either. Nine people have been arrested or interviewed under caution in connection with the investigation. Ms Lawrence doesn't turn up for her 6am shift as a chef at the University of York - a walk of several miles from her house. 19 March Reported missing. Social affairs and health reporter CLAUDIA Lawrence's mum says she feels "churned up inside" as cops search gravel pits for her daughter 12 years after she went missing. [6] The general finding which emerged from the original enquiry was that Lawrence had probably been abducted and murdered shortly after leaving home on 19 March. His barrister said Oxley said attention-seeking and grandiose things after he was arrested to those in authority to misrepresent his own position. Nine people have been questioned over the years in relation to her disappearance. He is released on police bail and eventually released without charge on November 17 2014. The search was reportedly prompted by new evidence although police would not state what that new evidence was. Claudia's mum Joan, 78, told The Mirror: "I was contacted by police on Monday morning and told not to worry, but as a mum how can I not? Claudia. "More to the point in the light of there being no one brought to justice in the 12 years, there are still one or more people 'at large' in York or maybe somewhere else now who do know what has happened to Claudia, and where she is and potentially remain a threat to the communities in which they and we live.". [44] However, Razzell's husband was convicted of her murder and her family have stated that they have no doubt over his guilt and conviction. All rights reserved. [24] On 24 March, land near to a children's play area, near a muddy farm track, was searched, and on 25 March the search was relocated to a field near to the university, an area of land which is bordered by a playing field and student accommodation. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. [29], The MCU subsequently assessed the Lawrence case and carried out new forensic searches at her home on Heworth Road. NovemberA hoax message is left on Facebook by a teenager from Oxfordshire, purporting to be from Lawrence, saying: Hi everyone just let you be aware that I am ok and I am safe and sound. In 2006 she found employment at the University of York's Goodricke College, working as a chef in the canteen of the university's main campus. May 13 - A 59-year-old man is arrested on suspicion of murder. (modern). AprilThree more men, all in their 50s, are arrested on suspicion of Lawrences murder, and police search three separate properties in and around Heworth. Claudia Lawrence: Father of missing chef dies aged 74 - BBC News BBCapologises to mother of missing woman over licence fee letters, Claudia Lawrences mother appeals for help 13 years after disappearance, Claudia Lawrence: police find no new clues in lake search, Police search quarry near York for Claudia Lawrence remains, Claudia Lawrence: timeline of her disappearance, Claudia Lawrence: renewed call for information on woman missing since 2009, Tenyears on, Claudia Lawrence search frustrated by withheld information, Claudia Lawrence case fits behaviour pattern of Christopher Halliwell. A fresh appeal for answers about missing Claudia Lawrence has been made on the eve of the anniversary of her disappearance. JanuaryDaniel Oxley, 22, is jailed for life for murdering a man in County Durham. [39] The land had been used as fishing ponds since 1969. Ms Lawrence, a 35-year-old chef, was last seen on 18 March 2009 and, although detectives believe she was murdered, her body has never been found. Claudia Lawrence: Father of missing chef dies with mystery - Metro Police today revealed they are searching Sand Hutton gravel pits in York - around seven miles from where Claudia was last seen. "Not searching was not an option not for Claudia, not for her family, and not for the wider public.". The date 19 March figures in a number of these cases and this date is believed to have had some significance to Halliwell. 35-year-old Ms Lawrence was reported missing on March 18 2009 after she failed to turn up for an early morning shift at the University of York. The changes would make it easier for the families of people missing for more than 90 days to deal with their personal and financial affairs. Police in York are searching a flooded quarry for the remains of Claudia Lawrence, who went missing in 2009. "On a personal level, I miss Peter hugely after nearly 40 years of friendship and over 12 years of seeking out with him what has happened to Claudia.". One hopes somebody has given some sort of information and it's not just sending police running up a garden path. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Follow BBC Yorkshire on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. [6], At 6am on the morning of Wednesday, 18 March 2009, Lawrence started her shift at Goodricke College's Roger Kirk Centre. A FLORAL tribute to missing York chef Claudia Lawrence has been discovered at a North Yorkshire beauty spot, with an accompanying picture of her and the message: "She is in the waterGod bless her.". SeptemberRodney Bollard, 66, of Nottingham, is reported to police for harassment of the Lawrence family. The bed was made and there were unwashed dishes in the kitchen sink, suggesting she had eaten breakfast. On 8 March 2016, the Crown Prosecution Service refused to pursue a case submitted by NYP against four men who had been arrested on suspicion of murder, citing lack of evidence. Earlier this year, Mr Fox repeated the force's belief that several people know, or have suspicions about, what happened to the 35-year-old. Peter telephoned his daughter's manager at Goodricke College and was told that she had not reported for duty on either 19 or 20 March. She was employed as a chef at the University of York's Goodricke College at the time of her disappearance. The note also had two pointing arrows drawn on it, but police have claimed that the person who left the item is known to them and there are no links to the ongoing search. [47] Both NYP and Wiltshire Police have stated that there is no direct evidence linking Halliwell to the Lawrence case, and Wiltshire Police have disclosed that they have CCTV evidence of Halliwell buying petrol at a petrol station in Swindon on the evening before Lawrence disappeared. Ms Lawrence's mother Joan said she had been "utterly shocked" by the latest development. Claudias dad, Peter Lawrence OBE, passed away last year after campaigning for years to get justice for his daughter. [17] In late August 2009, NYP and the Lawrence family used the annual Whitby Regatta in North Yorkshire to publicise the campaign. It's an unusual situation for a member of the public to come across something like this.". Colin Sutton, a former detective chief inspector with the Metropolitan Police, told the BBC he believed they would be acting upon some sort of tip-off. "We then consulted a number of national experts in various different disciplines and concluded that we could not discount the possibility that Sand Hutton Gravel Pits could have a major relevance in explaining what happened to Claudia. Claudia Lawrence: DNA trawl for missing chef case suspect fails This aspect of her lifestyle would later cause some media speculation and would also influence the police investigation of her disappearance.
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