Human remains found of woman last seen nearly 20 years ago

16 Dec 2025 • 11:27 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • The remains of Malgorzata Wnuczek, a Polish national who went missing nearly 20 years ago, have been identified in Leicester.
  • Ms Wnuczek, aged 27, disappeared on 31 May 2006 after being last seen catching a bus from her workplace.
  • Her remains were discovered in scrubland off Great Central Way, Leicester, in October and subsequently identified through forensic testing.
  • A 39-year-old man was arrested in connection with the case but was later released without further action.
  • Leicestershire Police confirmed the investigation into Ms Wnuczek's death remains open and ongoing, with continued liaison with Polish authorities.

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