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Identity of Woman's Body Found in New Forest Confirmed as Yajaira Castro Mendez

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The Met Police have confirmed that the body found in the New Forest near Bolderwood on Saturday was that of Yajaira Castro Mendez, a 29-year-old woman from London who went missing on May 29. Her body was discovered on the A31 on Saturday, June 7, prompting a murder investigation. The investigation is ongoing, with detectives working closely with Hampshire Police and appealing for anyone with information to come forward.

Key Takeaways:

  • Yajaira Castro Mendez, a 29-year-old woman from London, was reported missing on May 31 after leaving her home in Ilford on May 29.
  • Her body was found on the A31 in the New Forest near Bolderwood on Saturday, June 7, prompting a murder investigation.
  • The investigation is being led by the Met Police, with detectives working closely with Hampshire Police.
  • Juan Toledo, 51, was charged with her murder on Friday, June 6, and is due to appear at the Old Bailey on Tuesday, June 10.
  • The police are appealing for anyone with information to come forward, and thanking the community for their patience during the investigation.
  • Acting detective chief inspector, Sean Beasley, said that the investigation is ongoing and the police are working to understand the circumstances surrounding Yajaira's death.
  • The police are working to support Yajaira's family and friends during this difficult time.

Statistics:

  • Yajaira Castro Mendez was 29 years old at the time of her death.
  • The body was found on the A31 in the New Forest near Bolderwood on Saturday, June 7.
  • The investigation is being led by the Met Police, with detectives working closely with Hampshire Police.
  • Juan Toledo, 51, is due to appear at the Old Bailey on Tuesday, June 10.
  • The police are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.

Sources:

  • "Met Police confirm identity of body found in New Forest as missing London woman Yajaira Castro Mendez" - [The Sun, June 8]
  • "Murder investigation: Woman's body found near Bolderwood in New Forest" - [Hampshire Live, June 7]

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