Murder inquiry launched after woman's body discovered in Accrington Cemetery

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Detectives believe the body of a woman found at Accrington Cemetery is [missing mother\-of\-two, Lindsay Birbeck.](http://Urgent appeal to find missing Lancashire woman)

The last sighting of Lindsay was on CCTV on Burnley Road around 4.10pm on Monday the 12th of August in the Burnley Road area walking in the direction of Accrington.

Police are appealing for anyone who may have CCTV to come forward, particularly in the area of Peel Park Avenue.

The discovery of a woman's body at Accrington Cemetery was found by a member of the public on Saturday August 24. Credit: MEN Media

Detective Chief Inspector Jill Johnston, of the Force Major Investigation Team, leading the enquiry, said:

Police crime scene set-up at Accrington Cemetery following the discovery of a woman's body believed to be Lindsay Birbeck. Credit: Lancashire Constabulary

The teaching assistant was last seen wearing a purple Rab bubble jacket, black leggings, a white shirt with blue pin stripes and black trainers with a white sole. Her Huawei mobile phone is also missing.

A lengthy and detailed examination has been carried out by forensic experts and a post mortem will now take place to formally identify the body.

Anyone with information should call police on 101 quoting log number 0824 of August 26th or independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Alternatively you can submit information through the major crime web portal: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/0401020119E06-PO1