Two people arrested on suspicion of murder forty years after body of Carol Morgan, 36, found in 1981

DETECTIVES investigating the death of a woman nearly 40 years ago have today arrested two people on suspicion of murder. 

The body of Carol Morgan, 36, was found at a shop in Linslade, Bedfordshire, on 13 August 1981. 

Hyde News & PicturesThe body of Carol Morgan, 36, was found at a shop in Linslade, Bedfordshire, on 13 August 1981[/caption]

A 70-year-old man and a 72-year-old woman were today arrested in Brighton on suspicion of her murder and conspiracy to murder. 

They are both currently in police custody for questioning. 

Detective Chief Inspector Carl Foster from the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Major Crime Unit said: “While no-one has ever been charged in connection with Carol’s death we remain committed to bringing those responsible to justice and finding out the truth for her family.

“I want people to know that no murder investigation is ever closed. Our Cold Case Unit reviews every unsolved murder and works tirelessly to explore all investigative opportunities which are available.

“That includes new evidence from witnesses or people with information – it’s never too late to share something which could help this investigation. Any details, no matter how small or insignificant they may seem, could be vital.”

Anyone with information about the death of Carol Morgan is asked to contact the dedicated Operation Markdown incident room number on 01480 422796.