Woman fearful of 'predators' before her death, family say
Summary
Katie Beattie, a 27-year-old woman from Lancaster, was found dead in her flat in July 2024. Police initially said her death was not suspicious, but her family has pushed for nearly two years to have the case reviewed, citing concerns and unanswered questions about how she died.Key Facts
- Katie Beattie was found dead at home on 1 July 2024 in Lancaster, Lancashire.
- Police initially concluded her death was not suspicious, and an inquest could not determine the cause of death.
- Katie's family reported she was afraid of "predators" before she died and had told them about these fears.
- The family successfully applied for a formal case review under the Victims’ Right to Review scheme.
- Lancashire Police have reopened the case for further enquiries following the family’s request.
- Katie was found partially naked, wearing one sock, with bruising and a possible puncture wound on her foot.
- No blood tests were taken immediately after her death because the case was not deemed suspicious, which the family believes hindered finding answers.
- The family wants police to review doorbell footage showing a man entering and leaving Katie’s property shortly before her death.
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