Man arrested in connection with Betty Yates murder
A man has been arrested by police investigating the murder of retired schoolteacher Betty Yates just over the Shropshire border in Worcestershire.
The man, who does not live locally, was arrested at his home on Thursday night after he was interviewed in relation to the inquiry. He was taken to a police station in North Worcestershire for questioning by detectives.
He has since been released on Police bail pending further inquiries and the major police investigation is continuing this weekend.
Mrs Yates, who was 77, was found stabbed to death at her riverside cottage off Dowles Road, on the outskirts of the town, on the morning of Wednesday, 4 January.
She was very active in the community and a member of Bewdley Civic Society as well as other local groups including art, book reading and walking clubs.
Officers investigating Mrs Yates' murder remain keen to speak to anyone who believes they may have information about it.
Anyone with information is asked to call West Mercia Police on 0300 333 3000 or alternatively, Crimestoppers can be called anonymously on 0800 555 111.
