Remains found after London wildfire identified as mother-of-three missing since 2019
A 56-year-old man is arrested after the body of Joanne Sheen was found almost seven years after she went missing.
Human remains discovered in woodland in southwest London have been identified as those of Joanne Sheen, a 44-year-old mother of three who went missing in 2019. The bones were found near Padstow Walk in Feltham after a wildfire. The Metropolitan Police were alerted on August 12th following the discovery. A 56-year-old man from Southampton has been arrested in connection with the case, currently held in custody.
The investigation has been transferred to Hampshire Police, as the remains have been confirmed as those of Sheen. Metropolitan Police Det Ch Insp Toby Elcock expressed his condolences, stating that while the outcome was not what anyone hoped for, the identification may finally provide answers to Joanne's family and the community after years of uncertainty.
He reiterated the police's commitment to uncovering the full story and holding accountable those responsible for her disappearance. Throughout the process, Joanne's family has demonstrated remarkable strength and dignity despite the unimaginable circumstances they face.
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