Abi Fisher murder case: Everything we know about the Castleford teacher as police launch murder investigation

West Yorkshire Police have launched a murder investigation after the body of a missing woman was found.
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The body was found in undergrowth off Southmoor Road near Brierley, South Yorkshire, yesterday.

Here is everything we know so far:

Who is Abi Fisher?

Police have launched a murder investigation after the body of Abi Fisher, 29, was found (Photo left: SWNS/WYP)Police have launched a murder investigation after the body of Abi Fisher, 29, was found (Photo left: SWNS/WYP)
Police have launched a murder investigation after the body of Abi Fisher, 29, was found (Photo left: SWNS/WYP)

Police have confirmed the body was that of Abi Fisher, who lived in Castleford

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She was 29 and worked as a teacher at Featherstone All Saints CE Academy, with a passion for science.

In a moving statement, the school's headteacher Matthew Jones said: "Abi was a wonderful person.

"She will be remembered as an enthusiastic, kind and caring teacher and colleague, who gave her all each day.

"In particular, her passion for science inspired countless children over the years - she made a real difference to so many lives.

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"We are devastated by Abi's tragic death, and will continue to pray for her and her family.

"As a school we are supporting each other through this very difficult time."

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Has anyone been charged?

Police have now launched a murder investigation in connection to Abi's death.

Matthew Fisher, believed to be Abi's husband, was arrested after her body was found on Sunday.

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The 29-year-old, of Walton Park Street, Castleford, has now been charged with Abi's murder.

He has been remanded in custody to appear at Leeds Magistrates Court on Wednesday morning.

Can I help with the investigation?

To help with their investigation, detectives are asking for dash cam footage.

Anyone who drove on the B6273 Southmoor Road between Hemsworth and Great Houghton, between 8.15am and 9.15am on Saturday July 9, is asked to submit their footage to the police.

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Anyone with information is asked to contact West Yorkshire Police’s Homicide and Major Enquiry Team by using 101 Live Chat or by calling 101.

Dashcam footage can be submitted via the Major Incident Public Portal here