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Jacqueline Rutter murder: Detectives continue to appeal for information two years on

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Published: 00:05 30/10/2024

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Detectives are continuing to appeal for information on the second anniversary of the murder of Jacqueline Rutter in Wirral in 2022.
 
Jacqueline, aged 53, was shot in the chest in her own home on Meadowbrook Road, in Moreton, at around 1am on Sunday 30 October 2022.

The murder is being treated as a targeted incident and detectives believe two or three people were involved in the shooting.
 
A total of eight people have been arrested in connection with the murder, but as yet nobody has been charged.
 
Detective Chief Inspector Steve McGrath is leading the investigation into Jacqueline’s murder: “Two years on, and our thoughts and sympathies remain with Jacqueline’s family and friends at this immensely difficult time. 
 
“The determination of our whole team to put those responsible before the courts and see justice served remains as strong as ever, and the investigation is progressing. 
 
“A number of people remain under active investigation but I still want to make it clear that we believe more information is out there to assist us. If you know anything, do not hesitate to get in touch. Don’t assume what you know is trivial or already known. We will make that assessment, and I can assure people who may feel fearful of coming forward that we will deal with all information sensitively, whether you come to us directly or anonymously via Crimestoppers. 
 
“We believe at least two or three people were involved in this incident, and we will not stop until we find them. If you are close to any of the people who were responsible for this appalling incident, please search your conscience and come forward with what you know, so that Jacqueline’s family can finally find peace and justice.”
 
Detectives have previously identified a black Vauxhall Insignia they believe was involved in this incident and was seen between 12.45am-1.15am on Sunday 30 October 2022.
 
We are keen to speak to anyone who saw this vehicle, or captured anything on dashcam, CCTV or doorbell footage.
 
DCI McGrath said: “We believe that the black Vauxhall Insignia was driven near the property on Meadowbrook Road and was also seen on Birkenhead Road, Hoylake Road and Garden Hey Road between 12.45am–1.15am that Sunday morning. 
 
“Anyone who lives in these roads and knows anything about this vehicle, please get in touch. The smallest detail could be the key to bringing those responsible to justice.”
 
Please contact us via social media @MerPolCC or call 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 quoting reference 22000796038.
 

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