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Becky Watts' stepbrother and his girlfriend 'held over her murder'

Becky Watts' stepbrother and his girlfriend are reportedly being held by police over the 16-year-old's murder.

Nathan Matthews, 28, and Shauna Phillips, 21, have been named in several newspaper reports as the two arrested in connection with her alleged killing.

Officers were last night granted a further 24 hours to question them but must either charge or release them by this afternoon.

A further four men and one woman have also been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.

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Flowers left across Bristol for murdered Becky Watts

Floral tributes to Becky Watts have emerged in several locations across Bristol amid a public outpouring of grief at the 16-year-old's murder.

Bouquets, teddies and cards have been left at the family home she vanished from on February 19, and at the site where body parts were found.

Flowers have been laid by the public near a property in Barton Court, Bristol. Credit: Steve Parsons/PA Wire
The disappearance of Becky led to a social media campaign that reached more than four million people worldwide. Credit: Steve Parsons/PA Wire
Forensic officers continue to work inside a house on Cotton Mill Lane, as seven people remain in custody in connection with the investigation. Credit: Steve Parsons/PA Wire
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Becky Watts' stepbrother and his girlfriend 'held over her murder'

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