A major police investigation has been launched following the grim discovery of a woman's body found inside a suitcase near the M25 motorway in Hertfordshire.
The shocking find was made on Tuesday afternoon near the busy junction with the A1081 St Albans Road, sending detectives scrambling to the scene.
Urgent Appeal for Information
Hertfordshire Police have confirmed they are treating the death as suspicious and have launched a murder investigation. Forensic teams have been conducting extensive searches of the area as they work to identify the victim and determine the circumstances leading to her death.
Detective Superintendent Rob Hall, who is leading the investigation, stated: "This is a tragic incident and we are working around the clock to identify the woman and provide answers to her family."
Road Closures and Forensic Work
The discovery prompted significant road closures in the area, causing disruption to motorists during the evening rush hour. Police tape cordoned off sections of the roadside as forensic specialists in white suits meticulously examined the scene for evidence.
Local residents expressed shock at the incident, with one describing the area as "usually quiet" and expressing concern about the nature of the discovery so close to a major transport route.
Ongoing Investigation
Police are now reviewing CCTV footage from the surrounding area and appealing to any motorists with dashcam footage who were travelling on the M25 near junction 22 between Monday evening and Tuesday afternoon to come forward.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Hertfordshire Police immediately as detectives work to build a picture of what happened to the unidentified woman.
