Police divers have reportedly been seen in the river where Nicola Bulley's body was discovered. The specialists are understood to be looking in an area less than a mile from where Nicola was seen. It is thought they are trying to assist in the confirmation of the cause of the mother of two's death.
HM Coroner confirmed in a statement that Lancashire Police had been requested to help produce information on the death of the mortgage adviser. Nicola vanished while walking her dog by the river in St Michael's on the Wyre, Lancashire, on Friday, January 27, sparking a massive search for her. Tragically, her body was found on Sunday, February 19.
The case captured the nation as her phone was found on a bench near the water's edge and had been connected to a work call. Her dog Willow was also found nearby. Nicola was deemed a "high-risk" missing person due to a "number of specific vulnerabilities", reported the Mirror.
READ MORE: Latest Nottingham roads and footpaths set for major refurbs in £11m project
The search saw police, firefighters, mountain rescue, underwater teams and the local community comb through a massive area from the river to the coastline. It was also reported that "armchair detectives" flocked to the area, sparking harmful speculation online. For her funeral last month, a no-fly zone was put in place over the church to stop sick internet sleuths from filming it.
An inquest into Ms Bulley's death is to be heard on Monday, June 26, at County Hall in Preston.
A spokesman for HM Coroner told Lancashire Post: “The investigation will take time to complete to ensure that as complete a picture as possible of the facts concerning Ms Bulley's death is presented at the inquest. This will assist the family in understanding what occurred.
"As part of this process, HM Senior Coroner has requested Lancashire Constabulary produce information gathered during the search for Ms Bulley so it can be considered as part of the investigation.”
A police spokesperson added: “We can confirm this is us carrying out some work at the direction of HM Coroner."
A statement from her family in February read: "We will never forget Nikki, how could we, she was the centre of our world, she was the one who made our lives so special and nothing will cast a shadow over that. Our girls will get the support they need from the people who love them the most."
It added: "To those who genuinely helped and supported us, privately, we thank you. The community support in St Michael's, friends, neighbours and strangers has been nothing short of comforting and heart-warming. Friends you know who you are. Thank you.
"Our hearts truly break for others who have missing loved ones. Keep that hope alive.
"Finally, Nikki, you are no longer a missing person, you have been found, we can let you rest now. We love you, always have and always will, we'll take it from here xx."
The Mirror contacted the coroner in Lancashire and Lancashire Police for a comment.
READ NEXT:
Campaigners stage 'sit in' of meat aisle in Nottingham Marks & Spencer store
'Everyone feels undervalued' as Nottingham doctors join huge 4-day strike action
Daughter furious as mum asks her to contribute £75 towards cost of bills
Man charged after police called to stabbing outside Nottingham church
Prince Harry 'swore at Charles' in money row, according to new book
