A murder investigation has been launched into the death of 29-year-old woman whose body was found in a bath 25 years ago.
Rhonda Anderson was discovered at her home in the Briar Hill area of Northampton on July 8, 2000.
An inquest ruled her death was an accident and caused by a radio falling into the water and electrocuting her.
But Northampton Police have now announced in a statement that a murder probe has been launched after new information emerged.
They said they are reexamining the case and are keen to hear from anyone who knew her that might have relevant information that could help the investigation.
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Detective Chief Inspector Torie Harrison said: ‘Rhonda died at home in July 2000, when an investigation took place and a report was prepared for the coroner, who ruled at the conclusion of an inquest that Rhonda’s death was accidental.
‘However, new information has come to light this summer which has prompted us to re-examine what happened to Rhonda and a formal murder investigation is now under way.’
Urging people with any information to come forward, she said that despite a significant time passing, she hopes people will still have clear memories they can share with police.
‘It doesn’t matter how insignificant you think the information you recollect is, we want to hear from you as we explore the circumstances of what happened,’ DCI Harrison added.
‘This development has obviously come as a huge shock for Rhonda’s family who are being supported by specially-trained officers and have asked for privacy at this difficult time.’
Anyone with information about Ms Anderson or what may have happened is urged to call Northamptonshire Police on 101 or to call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Callers are asked to quote crime number 25000536509 when providing information to make sure it is processed as quickly as possible
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