Man arrested on suspicion of murder of Clair Ablewhite in Colston Bassettt

Nottinghamshire Police have arrested a 26-year-old man on suspicion of the murder of mother-of-three Clair Ablewhite.

The 47-year-old was murdered in a knife attack on Hall Lane, Colston Bassett, on the evening of Friday, February 25.

Her body was discovered the following day.

Police are now questioning the suspect in connection with the incident and he remains in custody.

Assistant chief constable Rob Griffin, of Nottinghamshire Police, said the investigation was progressing well with detectives working round the clock to follow up every lead, and he praised the public for coming forward with information that has helped the investigation.

He has urged anyone with further information, CCTV or dash-cam footage in and around the area on that night, to come forward.

"I want to thank the public once again for their support for this investigation and all the information they have given us so far,” he said.

"I am fully aware how shocking this incident has been for Clair's family and the wider community in Colston Bassett, which is why we have invested so much resource not only in the investigation itself but in providing a uniform presence in the area to give people re-assurance.

"This arrest follows public appeals for information that we have made over the last few days. However, I would ask that people keep providing information as this investigation continues.

"Every piece of information we receive helps us get closer to an understanding of the events of that night."

Anyone with information is urged to call 101, quoting a new incident number, 277 of March 3, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

People can also report information through an online portal, here.