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Now into 5th day.
Where can this woman be?
Where can this woman be?
GUILTY UK - Patricia Holland, 83, Gorleston, Norfolk, found deceased, 24 July 2021 *ARREST*
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The police search for Patricia Holland continues.
On Wednesday morning, one officer was keeping watch at Ms Holland's property on Lowestoft Road, Gorleston before Forensic Services arrived just after 9am.
At approximately 9.45am, a larger forensic team arrived at the scene. Officers were getting dressed in their crime scene suits and entered the property.
A police spokesperson said there were no further updates on the case, but searches will continue throughout the day and the police cordon remains in place around Ms Holland's house.
Forensic officers back as hunt for missing Patricia Holland in fifth day
On Wednesday morning, one officer was keeping watch at Ms Holland's property on Lowestoft Road, Gorleston before Forensic Services arrived just after 9am.
At approximately 9.45am, a larger forensic team arrived at the scene. Officers were getting dressed in their crime scene suits and entered the property.
A police spokesperson said there were no further updates on the case, but searches will continue throughout the day and the police cordon remains in place around Ms Holland's house.
Forensic officers back as hunt for missing Patricia Holland in fifth day
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Family of Pat Holland spoken of the ‘much-loved great-grandmother’ and appeal for help to find her
29/07/2021 | 14:53pm
The family of Pat Holland who is still missing have spoken of their ‘much-loved’ mother, grandmother and great grandmother and are appealing directly to the local community in Gorleston for any information which could help locate her.
Pat, 83, was last seen near her home in Lowestoft Road, Gorleston at around 9.20pm on Saturday (24 July 2021). Her family reported concerns for her safety to police when they could not contact her the following day (Sunday 25 July 2021).
Pat’s family have asked us to issue the following: "Patricia (Pat) Holland is our much-loved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Mum has more recently used the name "Winnie” or "Winifred” locally.
"She is 83, walks with a walking frame and is vulnerable. We are desperately worried for her safety and want more than anything for her make contact or come home. Mum is someone who is out and about daily around Gorleston town socialising and trying to help the people she meets and make their lives better.
"If anyone has any information, no matter how small or insignificant it seems, then please, please come forward and help us to find our mum and Nanny.”
Any witnesses or anyone with information, dash cam or ring doorbell footage from the areas of Lowestoft Road/Poplar Ave/Elmgrove Road/Middleton Road/Victoria Road/A47 Roundabout with Victoria Road that may be relevant to this incident is asked to use our online portal
https://mipp.police.uk/operation/363719P01-PO1
You can also contact Detective Inspector Chris Burgess in the Norfolk and Suffolk Joint Major Investigation Team at Norfolk Police on 101 quoting Op Aeroplane and a member of the enquiry team will get back to you.
Alternatively contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their online form: www.crimestoppers-uk.org
Pat's family have outlined the following locations she would often frequent:
29/07/2021 | 14:53pm
The family of Pat Holland who is still missing have spoken of their ‘much-loved’ mother, grandmother and great grandmother and are appealing directly to the local community in Gorleston for any information which could help locate her.
Pat, 83, was last seen near her home in Lowestoft Road, Gorleston at around 9.20pm on Saturday (24 July 2021). Her family reported concerns for her safety to police when they could not contact her the following day (Sunday 25 July 2021).
Pat’s family have asked us to issue the following: "Patricia (Pat) Holland is our much-loved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Mum has more recently used the name "Winnie” or "Winifred” locally.
"She is 83, walks with a walking frame and is vulnerable. We are desperately worried for her safety and want more than anything for her make contact or come home. Mum is someone who is out and about daily around Gorleston town socialising and trying to help the people she meets and make their lives better.
"If anyone has any information, no matter how small or insignificant it seems, then please, please come forward and help us to find our mum and Nanny.”
Any witnesses or anyone with information, dash cam or ring doorbell footage from the areas of Lowestoft Road/Poplar Ave/Elmgrove Road/Middleton Road/Victoria Road/A47 Roundabout with Victoria Road that may be relevant to this incident is asked to use our online portal
https://mipp.police.uk/operation/363719P01-PO1
You can also contact Detective Inspector Chris Burgess in the Norfolk and Suffolk Joint Major Investigation Team at Norfolk Police on 101 quoting Op Aeroplane and a member of the enquiry team will get back to you.
Alternatively contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their online form: www.crimestoppers-uk.org
Pat's family have outlined the following locations she would often frequent:
- The Well food bank, Baptist church, Lowestoft Road
- St Andrews church drop in centre
- The benches outside The Feathers
- The Bridge drop in, St Mary Magdalene
- Gorleston Café
- Deja Vu Café
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Norfolk Police have said they are now looking for a body in the search for a missing 83-year-old.
Patricia Holland was last seen near to her home in Lowestoft Road, Gorleston, at around 9.20pm on Saturday, July 24.
A man was arrested on suspicion of murder on Tuesday, but has since been released on bail pending further enquiries as the police search for the 83-year-old continues.
Norfolk Police Senior Investigating Officer Chris Burgess gave a briefing outside Wymondham Operational Command Centre on Friday, July 30, where he said the chances of finding her alive have "greatly diminished".
SIO Burgess said: "We are nearly a week on from the disapperance of Patricia Holland, an 83-year-old woman.
"Sadly, we are now expecting the chances of finding her alive to be greatly diminished and we believe we are now looking for her body.
"A number of lines of enquiry are ongoing."
Police searching for Patricia Holland believe her to be dead
Patricia Holland was last seen near to her home in Lowestoft Road, Gorleston, at around 9.20pm on Saturday, July 24.
A man was arrested on suspicion of murder on Tuesday, but has since been released on bail pending further enquiries as the police search for the 83-year-old continues.
Norfolk Police Senior Investigating Officer Chris Burgess gave a briefing outside Wymondham Operational Command Centre on Friday, July 30, where he said the chances of finding her alive have "greatly diminished".
SIO Burgess said: "We are nearly a week on from the disapperance of Patricia Holland, an 83-year-old woman.
"Sadly, we are now expecting the chances of finding her alive to be greatly diminished and we believe we are now looking for her body.
"A number of lines of enquiry are ongoing."
Police searching for Patricia Holland believe her to be dead
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I wonder where she is because the area doesn't have anywhere nearby you could take a body on foot and not be seen and I doubt he had access to a car if homeless. Is it possible that she might still be in the house? 
made me think of this case...
Woman whose bones were found in home’s walls likely fell to death through attic floor, police say
made me think of this case...Woman whose bones were found in home’s walls likely fell to death through attic floor, police say
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A man has been re-arrested in connection with the murder of an 83-year-old woman in Gorleston.
Police have launched a murder enquiry into the death of Pat Holland from Gorleston.
A man, in his 40s, who was originally arrested after concerns were raised for Pat’s welfare last Sunday (25 July 2021) has been re-arrested this morning (Saturday 31 July 2021) in connection with her murder. He has been taken to Great Yarmouth Police Investigation Centre where he remains for questioning.
Detectives and uniformed officers are carrying out house-to-house enquiries, examination of the scene, forensic enquiries and viewing CCTV footage to establish the circumstances surrounding Pat’s disappearance.
Man re-arrested in connection with murder of Gorleston woman
Police have launched a murder enquiry into the death of Pat Holland from Gorleston.
A man, in his 40s, who was originally arrested after concerns were raised for Pat’s welfare last Sunday (25 July 2021) has been re-arrested this morning (Saturday 31 July 2021) in connection with her murder. He has been taken to Great Yarmouth Police Investigation Centre where he remains for questioning.
Detectives and uniformed officers are carrying out house-to-house enquiries, examination of the scene, forensic enquiries and viewing CCTV footage to establish the circumstances surrounding Pat’s disappearance.
Man re-arrested in connection with murder of Gorleston woman
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The best friend of a missing Gorleston woman has paid tribute to "the real Pat".
Elizabeth Hemmings, a close friend of Mrs Holland, said 'she was a lovely, lovely lady' and described her shock at what has happened.
ElizabethThe pair met about three years ago, after Mrs Holland encouraged Ms Hemmings to "get back out into the community".
She said: "She was my best friend. She was very argumentative, stubborn and often won many an argument between us.
"Pat taught me it was OK to fall out and then make up, and we would often joke about who was going to begin an argument between us first."
Ms Hemmings and Mrs Holland met at the community group held at St Andrew's Church in Gorleston in 2018 and had been in regular contact since then.
"We saw each other every day.
"I would go round in the morning and we would drink coffee and sit at the bottom of the garden, and just talk and feed the birds.
"She always let me know when it was time for me to go. We had a good relationship and I miss her."
Mrs Holland was also a frequent visitor to foodbanks in Gorleston.
"I would class her as the head of the community," Ms Hemmings said.
"She was a very much loved lady. She was bouncy, bubbly, and just amazing."
Mrs Holland was active in the community, regularly visiting foodbanks and church social groups.
The Rev Matthew Price, of St Mary Magdalene's church, said: "She was well liked and the community clearly cared deeply for her.
"She, her family and friends, and all involved in searching for her are in our prayers.”
Best friend pays tribute to missing woman, describing her as a 'lovely lady'
Elizabeth Hemmings, a close friend of Mrs Holland, said 'she was a lovely, lovely lady' and described her shock at what has happened.
ElizabethThe pair met about three years ago, after Mrs Holland encouraged Ms Hemmings to "get back out into the community".
She said: "She was my best friend. She was very argumentative, stubborn and often won many an argument between us.
"Pat taught me it was OK to fall out and then make up, and we would often joke about who was going to begin an argument between us first."
Ms Hemmings and Mrs Holland met at the community group held at St Andrew's Church in Gorleston in 2018 and had been in regular contact since then.
"We saw each other every day.
"I would go round in the morning and we would drink coffee and sit at the bottom of the garden, and just talk and feed the birds.
"She always let me know when it was time for me to go. We had a good relationship and I miss her."
Mrs Holland was also a frequent visitor to foodbanks in Gorleston.
"I would class her as the head of the community," Ms Hemmings said.
"She was a very much loved lady. She was bouncy, bubbly, and just amazing."
Mrs Holland was active in the community, regularly visiting foodbanks and church social groups.
The Rev Matthew Price, of St Mary Magdalene's church, said: "She was well liked and the community clearly cared deeply for her.
"She, her family and friends, and all involved in searching for her are in our prayers.”
Best friend pays tribute to missing woman, describing her as a 'lovely lady'
I wonder where she is because the area doesn't have anywhere nearby you could take a body on foot and not be seen and I doubt he had access to a car if homeless. Is it possible that she might still be in the house?
Woman whose bones were found in home’s walls likely fell to death through attic floor, police say
I hope it's not the case, but her house is very close to the River Yare estuary, I assume a body placed into it would be pushed out into the channel.
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Police have charged a man in his 40s in connection with the murder of Pat Holland from Gorleston.
Pat, 83, was last seen on the evening of last Saturday (24 July 2021) at around 9.20pm near her home in Lowestoft Road and her family reported concerns for her safety the following afternoon when she was not contactable.
Following extensive searches of Pat’s home address, partial human remains have been recovered. Whilst formal coroners proceedings will take place in due course, the family of Pat Holland have been informed and they are being supported by specially trained officers.
Alan Scott, 41, of Lowestoft Road, Gorleston, has been charged on suspicion of murder today (Sunday 1 August 2021) and is due to appear at Norwich Magistrates Court tomorrow (Monday 2 August).
Pat’s family have released the following statement: "Our beloved Mum, nan and great grandmother has been taken from us in a way which simply cannot be comprehended. This past week has been the worst imaginable for us. Mum spent her days trying to help others, she reached out to local people and wanted to make a difference in any way she could. We respectfully ask to be left in peace at this incredibly difficult time.”
N; A man has been charged in connection with the murder of Gorleston woman
Pat, 83, was last seen on the evening of last Saturday (24 July 2021) at around 9.20pm near her home in Lowestoft Road and her family reported concerns for her safety the following afternoon when she was not contactable.
Following extensive searches of Pat’s home address, partial human remains have been recovered. Whilst formal coroners proceedings will take place in due course, the family of Pat Holland have been informed and they are being supported by specially trained officers.
Alan Scott, 41, of Lowestoft Road, Gorleston, has been charged on suspicion of murder today (Sunday 1 August 2021) and is due to appear at Norwich Magistrates Court tomorrow (Monday 2 August).
Pat’s family have released the following statement: "Our beloved Mum, nan and great grandmother has been taken from us in a way which simply cannot be comprehended. This past week has been the worst imaginable for us. Mum spent her days trying to help others, she reached out to local people and wanted to make a difference in any way she could. We respectfully ask to be left in peace at this incredibly difficult time.”
N; A man has been charged in connection with the murder of Gorleston woman
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Big development today. RIP Pat
N; A man has been charged in connection with the murder of Gorleston woman
01/08/2021 | 13:03pm
Police have charged a man in his 40s in connection with the murder of Pat Holland from Gorleston.
Pat, 83, was last seen on the evening of last Saturday (24 July 2021) at around 9.20pm near her home in Lowestoft Road and her family reported concerns for her safety the following afternoon when she was not contactable.
Following extensive searches of Pat’s home address, partial human remains have been recovered. Whilst formal coroners proceedings will take place in due course, the family of Pat Holland have been informed and they are being supported by specially trained officers.
Alan Scott, 41, of Lowestoft Road, Gorleston, has been charged on suspicion of murder today (Sunday 1 August 2021) and is due to appear at Norwich Magistrates Court tomorrow (Monday 2 August).
Pat’s family have released the following statement: "Our beloved Mum, nan and great grandmother has been taken from us in a way which simply cannot be comprehended. This past week has been the worst imaginable for us. Mum spent her days trying to help others, she reached out to local people and wanted to make a difference in any way she could. We respectfully ask to be left in peace at this incredibly difficult time.”
Note to editors: Pat’s family have been kept updated regarding developments in the case and have stated that they do not wish to be approached by any reporters and ask that their privacy is respected. As such, we would politely remind all media outlets of their obligations around privacy and harassment under their relevant regulatory code.
N; A man has been charged in connection with the murder of Gorleston woman
01/08/2021 | 13:03pm
Police have charged a man in his 40s in connection with the murder of Pat Holland from Gorleston.
Pat, 83, was last seen on the evening of last Saturday (24 July 2021) at around 9.20pm near her home in Lowestoft Road and her family reported concerns for her safety the following afternoon when she was not contactable.
Following extensive searches of Pat’s home address, partial human remains have been recovered. Whilst formal coroners proceedings will take place in due course, the family of Pat Holland have been informed and they are being supported by specially trained officers.
Alan Scott, 41, of Lowestoft Road, Gorleston, has been charged on suspicion of murder today (Sunday 1 August 2021) and is due to appear at Norwich Magistrates Court tomorrow (Monday 2 August).
Pat’s family have released the following statement: "Our beloved Mum, nan and great grandmother has been taken from us in a way which simply cannot be comprehended. This past week has been the worst imaginable for us. Mum spent her days trying to help others, she reached out to local people and wanted to make a difference in any way she could. We respectfully ask to be left in peace at this incredibly difficult time.”
Note to editors: Pat’s family have been kept updated regarding developments in the case and have stated that they do not wish to be approached by any reporters and ask that their privacy is respected. As such, we would politely remind all media outlets of their obligations around privacy and harassment under their relevant regulatory code.
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He sounds a real charmer poor lady. How on earth did she get tangled up with such a person? 
I did think this might be the case as there wasn't really anywhere nearby you could move or hide a body without being seen. Especially without a car.
poor lady. How on earth did she get tangled up with such a person? I did think this might be the case as there wasn't really anywhere nearby you could move or hide a body without being seen. Especially without a car.
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- Alan Scott, 41, has been charged with the murder of widow Patricia Holland, 83
- Ms Holland was reported missing from her home on Lowestoft Road on July 25
- Police spokesman said Scott has been charged with murder after remains found
She was last seen after officers were called to reports of a disturbance at her home on the evening of July 24.
Ms Holland, who walked with the aid of a frame and was described as a 'lovely little old lady', was reported missing by relatives who could not contact her the following day.
Mrs Holland's family said in a statement released by police: 'Our beloved Mum, nan and great grandmother has been taken from us in a way which simply cannot be comprehended.
'This past week has been the worst imaginable for us. Mum spent her days trying to help others, she reached out to local people and wanted to make a difference in any way she could. We respectfully ask to be left in peace at this incredibly difficult time.'
Homeless man taken in as lodger by great grandmother, 83, is charged with her murder | Daily Mail Online
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A man has appeared in court charged with the murder of an 83-year-old woman in Gorleston.
Pat Holland was last seen on Saturday, July 24 at around 9.20pm near to her home in Lowestoft Road, with her family reporting concerns for her safety the following day when they could not contact
Following extensive searches of her home police said partial human remains were discovered.
Allan Scott, 41, of Lowestoft Road, Gorleston, has been charged with her murder and appeared at Norwich Magistrates Court on Monday (August 2).
Scott, who appeared via videolink from Great Yarmouth Police Investigation Centre, spoke only to confirm his details during the short hearing and stated he was of no fixed abode.
The case was sent to Norwich Crown Court on Tuesday (August 3) when a preliminary hearing will be held in front of Judge Alice Robinson at 10am.
Josephine Jones appeared for the prosecution, while Scott was represented by Anne-Marie Sheridan.
Man appears in court charged with murder of Gorleston woman
Pat Holland was last seen on Saturday, July 24 at around 9.20pm near to her home in Lowestoft Road, with her family reporting concerns for her safety the following day when they could not contact
Following extensive searches of her home police said partial human remains were discovered.
Allan Scott, 41, of Lowestoft Road, Gorleston, has been charged with her murder and appeared at Norwich Magistrates Court on Monday (August 2).
Scott, who appeared via videolink from Great Yarmouth Police Investigation Centre, spoke only to confirm his details during the short hearing and stated he was of no fixed abode.
The case was sent to Norwich Crown Court on Tuesday (August 3) when a preliminary hearing will be held in front of Judge Alice Robinson at 10am.
Josephine Jones appeared for the prosecution, while Scott was represented by Anne-Marie Sheridan.
Man appears in court charged with murder of Gorleston woman
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He sounds a real charmer
As detailed in earlier posts, she felt sorry for him as he was homeless and presumably felt motivated to offer him a roof over his head.
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I still wonder if this man charged could be the one the police initially held - another 'man in his 40s' - in the Linda Hood case.
This Scott, as shown above, seems a well known misfit and miscreant to the local police. I am sure even if Linda Hood didn't know him, she would have seen him about the high street. Maybe they had reason to suspect his MO.
Just my speculation. Maybe we will hear as things progress.
This Scott, as shown above, seems a well known misfit and miscreant to the local police. I am sure even if Linda Hood didn't know him, she would have seen him about the high street. Maybe they had reason to suspect his MO.
Just my speculation. Maybe we will hear as things progress.
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I know that, but surely after him moving in she must've realised he was rather unpleasant. One of the media reports you've copied over says he argued with her for burning his spaghetti and she took refuge in a neighbour's house...Probably because of her age she didn't feel comfortable asking him to leave maybe?
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