First photograph of Doncaster woman whose death triggered murder probe

A woman whose death triggered a murder probe in Doncaster has been named today as Amanda Sedgwick.
By Claire Lewis
Published 22nd May 2020, 13:29 BST

The 49-year-old was found dead at a property in Manor Way, Askern, at around 11pm on Tuesday, May 19 and a 48-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder.

He has since been released under investigation while enquiries continue.

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South Yorkshire Police said: “An investigation is underway into the death of Amanda.

Amanda Sedgwick (photo: South Yorkshire Police).Amanda Sedgwick (photo: South Yorkshire Police).
Amanda Sedgwick (photo: South Yorkshire Police).

“A 48-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder. He has since been released under investigation while enquiries continue to ascertain the exact circumstances surrounding Amanda’s death.

“Her family are being supported by specially trained officers.

“Officers investigating are urging anyone with information to contact them.”

Anyone with information should call South Yorkshire Police on 101 and quote incident number 1,017 of May 19 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111.