Detectives investigating the fatal shooting of Elle Edwards at a pub on Christmas Eve have made two more arrests. The 26-year-old beautician had been enjoying a drink with friends and her sister at the Lighthouse pub in Wallasey, Wirral, when she was shot in the head.
She was not believed to be the intended target. Today (January 11), Merseyside Police says that following enquiries in mid-Wales, a 22-year-old man from Wirral has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
A 23-year-old woman, from Wirral, has also been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. Both have been taken to police stations for questioning.
It takes the total number of people arrested in connection with Elle's killing to five. In December, a 31 -year-old man from Tranmere and a 19-year-old woman from Rock Ferry were both arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder.
They are both currently on conditional bail. A 30-year-old man from Tranmere, who was arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder, has been recalled to prison but remains under investigation.
Detective Superintendent Sue Coombs, of Merseyside Police, said: “This brings the number of arrests in connection with the tragic death of Elle to five. Although extensive work is going on from our dedicated teams across Merseyside Police and a great deal of intelligence has come in, I would still ask that anyone who has information and has yet to come forward, does so.
“If they don’t want to speak to police directly then please get in touch with Crimestoppers where information can be given in confidence.” Information, CCTV, dashcam or mobile phone footage can be uploaded directly to the investigation team on the Public Portal.
Information can also be passed on to Merseyside Police by calling 101 or by sending a message to @MerPolCC on social media. Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, with reference 22000948723.
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