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.