Police investigating the discovery of the dismembered body of a woman found in a shallow grave in Edinburgh are working with Scotland’s dentists to assist with their enquiry.
A member of the public came across the body within a wooded area of Corstorphine Hill on Thursday 6th June and a major police investigation has been launched to establish her identity.
Forensic analysis determined that the woman had undergone cosmetic dental treatment.
Detective Chief Inspector Keith Hardie from Police Scotland’s Major Investigation Team said: “Since this woman’s body was found we have had an excellent response from the public, but we are still awaiting that crucial piece of information which will help us identify her.
“We have already highlighted the fact that she had extensive cosmetic dental work. Thanks to help from the Edinburgh Dental Institute, we have now established a great deal of information around the implants and veneers.
“As a result we are now sharing that information through dental trade publications in the hope that dental professionals might recognise details of the work and bring us closer to identifying this woman.
“I remain confident that, with the help of the public and expert advice, we will find out who this woman is and find those responsible for her murder.”
Those with information can contact Police Scotland on 101 or, alternatively, the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111
John graduated from Telford College in 2010 with an HNC in Practical Journalism and since then he worked for the North Edinburgh News, The Southern Reporter, the Irish News Review and The Edinburgh Reporter. In addition he has been published in the Edinburgh Evening News and the Hibernian FC Programme.
