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Men released on bail in murder investigation of Swindon sex worker

Three men from Swindon and Chippenham arrested on suspicion of murdering a sex worker 20 years ago have been released on bail. 23 year old Sally Ann John went missing in 1995, but police opened an investigation last year in light of new evidence.

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Three arrested in Sally Ann John investigation

Three men have been arrested on suspicion of kidnap and murder following new investigations into the death of Sally Ann John.

A 50-year-old and two 52-year-olds were arrested this morning and taken into custody where they remain.

Sally Ann went missing in Swindon 20 years ago, at the age of 23. Credit: Wiltshire Police

The move follows extensive forensic investigations into the last known address of the 23-year-old, who went missing in Swindon 20 years ago.

Police have spent three days investigating the flat, and say they have made important discoveries. No details have been released about what exactly these items are.

We can confirm that this morning, Thursday 17th September 2015, three men have been arrested in connection with the death of Sally Ann John.

Two men aged 50 and 52 years from Swindon, and a 52 year old from Chippenham have all been arrested on suspicion of kidnap and murder.

They were all taken into custody at Gablecross Police Station in Swindon where they currently remain.

– Wiltshire Police

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