Police are appealing for information from train passengers as they continue to search for the missing pink jacket worn by the victim after the mother of six was found unconscious with fatal head injuries.
A 45-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and then rearrested on suspicion of murder following the tragic death of Anita Rose four days after she was found injured.
The 57-year-old mother was found by a member of the public on the side of the road near Rectory Lane, Bransham, Suffolk, at around 6.25am on Wednesday.
She was taken to Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge with severe head injuries, where she tragically died on Sunday.
The suspect has been bailed until October 25th, along with a 37-year-old woman from the Ipswich area who was arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods in connection with the incident.
A CCTV image released by Suffolk Police of Anita Rose before she was found in Brantham. Police are searching for the missing pink jacket worn by the mother of six. Anita Rose, pictured with her partner Richard Jones, was described as a “well known and much loved mother”. Police have resumed the search for the missing pink jacket worn by Ms Rose on her walk. Detective Superintendent Mike Brown described the jacket as “made from a waterproof material and is believed to be from an outdoor gear brand, possibly Regatta”.
Detective Superintendent Mike Brown, from Suffolk Police’s Major Investigation Team, spoke at police headquarters on Monday and appealed for information to come forward.
Officers said they were searching for a pink jacket that they believe Rose was wearing shortly before the incident.
Officers said police have released a map showing the route they believe Rose may have walked and would like to speak to anyone who saw anything in the area shown on the map on Wednesday.
He said police would also like to obtain CCTV footage and speak to anyone who was on the train to Ipswich or Manningtree that morning and saw anything that could assist their investigation.
Mr Brown said: “Our investigation team continues to make numerous enquiries to establish the circumstances surrounding Anita’s injuries and subsequent death.”
“This work includes house-to-house enquiries, searches of the scene where Anita was found and the surrounding area, review of CCTV footage and ongoing forensic investigations.”
“It is understood Anita left home at approximately 5am to take her dog, a springer spaniel called Bruce, for a walk.
“At approximately 6.25am on Wednesday a member of the public discovered Anita lying unconscious on the tracks near the water treatment plant and railway tracks off Rectory Lane and called an ambulance.”
An aerial view of the walkway between the railroad tracks and the sewage treatment plant where Anita Rose’s body was found. She tragically died four days after being found with severe head injuries.
“Officers were then called by the East of England Ambulance Service just after 8am.”
He said Rose suffered “severe head injuries” and was taken to Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge, where he died on Sunday morning.
Brown said the missing jacket was “made from a waterproof material and appears to be from an outdoor clothing brand, possibly Regatta.”
An appeal for witnesses was made after Ms Rose’s family paid tribute to their “well known and much loved mother” as police detained a 45-year-old man on suspicion of murder.
“She was taken from us far too soon and cruelly and we were robbed of so much time with her,” her family said.
Anita Rose’s son, Ash Rose, posted on Facebook urging the public to assist police in their investigation.
He wrote: “Whoever did this to my mother and my children’s grandmother is still out there somewhere!”
“Our family appreciates the kind words and please share this information and speak to any friends or family who may know something, no matter how small or insignificant, and urge them to contact police. Thank you.”
Police are searching the local area. Police are appealing for information from train passengers. Officers at the scene after an attack on a man walking his dog in Brantham, Suffolk. The footpath between the railway tracks and the sewage treatment plant where Anita was found.
And her partner Richard Jones posted: “This is my beautiful Anita, heartbreaking love. Always and forever in my heart.”
And a moving eulogy issued by her family said: “Our mother was well known and loved in the community.”
Anita Rose’s son, Ash Rose, posted on Facebook urging the public to assist police with their investigation.
“She was taken from us far too soon and cruelly, robbing us of so much time with her.”
“Not only was she a mother to six children, but she was also a grandmother to 13, a longtime partner, mother-in-law and a special friend to many.”
“Someone, somewhere, knows something and we are urging them to come forward. Thank you for your love and support. All we ask is that you cherish the time you have with your families and loved ones.”
A 45-year-old man was arrested on Saturday afternoon on suspicion of attempted murder and taken to Martlesham Police Investigation Centre for questioning.
He was later rearrested on suspicion of murder, Suffolk police said.
A 37-year-old woman from the Ipswich area was also arrested Saturday on suspicion of handling stolen goods in connection with the incident.
They were later released on police bail with the condition they be released by October 25th.
Police are searching the scene where Rose, 57, was found on Wednesday morning.
Detective Superintendent Mike Brown said: “This was a very serious incident and Anita sadly died from her injuries.”
“The family continues to be supported by specially trained officers as part of the investigation.”
“Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full extent of the crime and inquiries are also ongoing to establish the cause of death, but I can confirm that the scene in Rectory Lane has now been cleared.”
“Local residents should expect police to remain on scene over the next few days while investigations are ongoing, and additional officers will also be present in the area to provide reassurance to the local community.”
“While searches and door-to-door visits are ongoing, we would like to hear from anyone who saw anything which may assist police with their investigation on Wednesday, or from anyone who lives in the area who has security or doorbell cameras.”
Police arrived at about 6.30am on Wednesday to the rural road where Rose was found.
Police have recovered the iPhone they were searching for, but so far have not found the pink zip-up jacket believed to have been worn by Rose.
Following the incident, anxious Brunssum residents have expressed fears about returning to their normally “safe and peaceful” country roads.
Bradley James, 28, a tractor driver who lives in the area, said: “Dog walkers use this road all the time.”
“It’s a real tragedy. That doesn’t happen in this village.”
“A lot of people are a bit nervous about going out to walk their dogs. My mum is scared because she doesn’t know what’s going on.”
Ian Swan, 58, who lives in nearby Mistley, added: “It always seems very safe there.”
“There are a lot of people around. I’ve never come here and not seen anyone. But I’ve never heard of any problems here.”
Police at the scene on a country road in Brantham, Suffolk, after the attack.
Rosie Rawlinson walks her dog along the route three or four times a day and said she “absolutely” feels she could continue to do so.
She said: “I’ve been here for four and a half years and nothing like this has ever happened. I have to say it was a scary early morning walk this morning.”
Suffolk County Councillor Simon Hurley added: “I am of course shocked and saddened by this incident and my thoughts and prayers are with the victim and her family.”
“Brantham is normally a very safe and peaceful place with lovely people and we are confident this is a one-off incident, but we would urge people to take sensible precautions at this time.”
Anyone with information which could assist police investigations or knowledge of the incident is asked to contact Suffolk Police quoting reference 37/41580/24.
You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111.
