Dog experts have given their insight into the case of missing mum Nicola Bulley. Ms Bulley disappeared on January 27 and was last seen walking her springer spaniel Willow near the River Wyre in St Michael's on Wyre, Lancashire.
Police have confirmed the animal was found "bone dry" and running between the gate to a nearby field and the bench where Ms Bulley's phone was found. Willow was without a harness or lead, both of which were found near or on the bench.
Investigating officers' working theory is she fell into the river despite a search having recovered nothing. Superintendent Sally Riley previously said it was "possible" that an "issue" with Willow may have led her to the water's edge.
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