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Renewed Appeal for Information in 32-Year-Old Murder Case in North Wales
North Wales Police have made a renewed appeal for information regarding the murder of Doreen Morris, which occurred 32 years ago. The appeal comes after significant forensic developments and a comprehensive review of witness evidence, leading to the arrest of four individuals in connection with the case.
Doreen Morris was discovered dead in her burned-out bungalow on the outskirts of Holyhead in March 1994. Joseph Carl Westbury, who was found not guilty of her murder in 1995, also faced charges of breaking into her property on Mill Lane but denied those allegations. Westbury took his own life in May 2016.
The North Wales Police Major Crime Review Team began re-evaluating the case in 2024, and as a result of their work, three women and one man from north Wales were arrested on Wednesday, September 2. The family of Mrs. Morris has been informed of these developments.
Mark Pierce, Senior Review Officer, stated that forensic results alongside detailed witness reviews provided sufficient grounds to interview the four individuals on suspicion of perverting the course of justice as part of the ongoing case review. He emphasised that the investigation remains committed to seeking justice for victims and their families, regardless of the time elapsed since the crime.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the case to contact North Wales Police by calling 101, or through Crimestoppers, referring to Operation Epose.
