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88-year-old woman named as victim in Abingdon murder probe
Thames Valley Police say the suspect remains in custody as officers investigate the death of 88-year-old Jill Gant and reassure the public there is no wider threat.
- Thames Valley Police launched a murder investigation on Thursday, September 10, after discovering 88-year-old Jill Gant dead at her home on Appleford Drive in Abingdon at approximately 2:20 p.m.
- A 36-year-old man from Abingdon was arrested on 'suspicion' of murder and remains in police custody, while Gant's family receives support from specially trained officers.
- Senior Investigating Officer Detective Chief Inspector Stuart Brangwin of the Major Crime Unit said the force is investigating the death as a priority with increased police presence in the area.
- Brangwin stated, "We do not currently believe there is any threat to the wider public" as police are not seeking anyone else at this time and uniformed officers remain available for community questions.
- The Oxford Mail has opened a book of condolence for tributes to Gant while the Major Crime Unit continues investigating the circumstances surrounding the death at the Appleford Drive property.
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