Leah Croucher murder inquiry opened after remains found in Milton Keynes

Rucksack also found near site of 2019 disappearance, but formal identification expected to take some time

Detectives investigating the disappearance of Leah Croucher three and a half years ago have launched a murder investigation after discovering human remains at an address in Milton Keynes.

Thames Valley police made the discovery along with other items, including a rucksack, at a property in Loxbeare Drive, Furzton, on Monday after receiving a tipoff from a member of the public.