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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
National
Steve Robson

Police investigation after woman's body found near children's park in Hadfield

Police are investigating after a woman's body was found near a children's park this morning.

It is believed dog walkers made the tragic discovery at a field off Newshaw Lane in Hadfield, Derbyshire, at around 8am.

Local residents said a white tent was in place behind a cordon throughout the day.

Forensics officers were at the scene combing for clues.

In a statement issued this afternoon, Derbyshire police said the woman has been identified and the death is not believed to be suspicious.

A spokesperson said: "Officers were called to reports that the body of a woman had been found in Hadfield this morning (27 December).

"The woman was discovered in a field behind Glossopdale Community College just before 8am and, following enquiries by officers throughout the day, it is not believed that there are any suspicious circumstances."

"The family of the woman have been notified and our thoughts are with them at this time.

"A file is now being prepared for the coroner."

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