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David Huntley

University of Sunderland confirms wanted Alexander Carr is student as classmates are sent email

A man who is wanted by police following the murder of Michelle Hanson is a University of Sunderland student.

Michelle Hanson was found dead at a home in Brady Street in Sunderland on December 3 and a murder investigation was subsequently launched. A Northumbria Police investigation has since been launched and the force is attempting to trace suspect Alexander Carr following the discovery of the 47-year-old's body.

As inquiries continue, it has been confirmed that 32-year-old Carr is a student at the University of Sunderland, with fellow classmates receiving an email offering support services. An email that was sent to students and seen by The Chronicle, states: "You may be aware of press reports in recent days involving Alexander Carr, a student at the University.

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