Parents Charged with Murder of Missing Teenager

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The investigation into the disappearance of 17-year-old Bernadette Walker has taken a dramatic turn as her parents, Scott Walker and Sarah Walker, have been charged with her murder. Bernadette was reported missing by her parents on July 21 after she had not been seen for three days. A "no-body" murder investigation was launched on Friday, and police are yet to find Bernadette. Her parents had reported that Bernadette had run out of their car three days prior to her disappearance and had last heard from her when she received a text at 1am on July 20 saying she'd be home soon.

Key Takeaways:

  • Bernadette Walker, 17, was reported missing by her parents on July 21 after she had not been seen for three days.
  • A "no-body" murder investigation was launched on Friday, and police are yet to find Bernadette.
  • Her parents, Scott Walker and Sarah Walker, have been charged with her murder and are due in court today.
  • They have both been remanded in custody.
  • Bernadette's mother, Sarah Walker, had been searching for her and expressed concern for her safety, stating that she thought Bernadette may be hiding at a friend's house due to fear of the police.
  • The police are appealing for anyone with information on Bernadette's disappearance or whereabouts to come forward.

Statistics:

  • 1. The police investigation has been ongoing since July 21.
  • 2. Bernadette Walker was last seen on July 18.
  • 3. The police have not found Bernadette's body.
  • 4. The parents, Scott Walker and Sarah Walker, have been charged with murder.
  • 5. They are due in court today and have been remanded in custody.

Sources:

  • Cambridgeshire Police
  • East Anglia News Service
  • SWNS (South-West News Service)
  • Peterborough Matters