Three men arrested on suspicion of murder over death of 41-year-old woman found in Smethwick industrial estate
Three men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was found dead in an industrial estate in Smethwick.
Police have identified Shara Miller as the victim whose body was found off Woodburn Road, Smethwick, shortly after 6.10am on Monday (August 11).
Emergency services rushed to the scene and found 41-year-old Ms Miller; despite the best efforts of medical teams, she was confirmed dead.
Three men, aged 29, 38 and 31, have now been arrested on suspicion of her murder. Police said they remain in custody for questioning.
Ms Miller's family have been notified and are being supported by specially trained officers.
Detectives said they believe Ms Miller was involved in the sex trade around the Soho Road area of Birmingham, and believe she may have been driven to Woodburn Road from that location.
Detective Chief Inspector Alastair Orencas, from the West Midlands Police homicide unit, said: "We have made some significant progress in our investigation and now have three men in custody.
“However, we still want to hear from anyone who saw Shara or spoke to her in the hours leading up to her death.
“We understand she was involved in sex work around the Soho Road, Birmingham area and believe she may have been driven to Woodburn Road from that location.
“If you have any footage or information, and haven’t yet come forward, please contact us."
Officers have increased patrols around the area where Ms Miller's body was found, and around the Soho Road area as reassurance.
Anyone with information relating to the murder is asked to contact West Midlands Police using the force's 101 number, or alternatively using the Live Chat service on the force website.
If you'd rather remain anonymous, information can be given to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
