Who is the woman in the pink T-shirt? Police have been given 40 possible names for 'murdered' pensioner, 70, whose body was found in black bin bag in park

Police have been given 40 possible names for a woman in her 70s whose body was found in a black bin bag in a park after she was allegedly murdered. Last week, a manhunt had been launched to find the victim's killer after a member of the public discovered her remains in a walled garden in Stanley Park, Anfield, Liverpool, at around 5.25pm on Friday, August 28. It is believed the pensioner's body had been left in the bin bag for weeks, according to Merseyside Police. The woman has been described as white, believed to be around 70 years old, approximately 5ft 2in tall and of slight build, with strawberry blonde hair, and she was wearing a pink Nike T-shirt. The force said that over the past week it has been given more than 40 potential names for the woman – and 120 witnesses have come forward with information about the case. Forensic tests have established a DNA profile for the unknown victim – however no match has been found on the national DNA database.Police said that it has 'also not been possible to compare dental records'. Senior Investigating Officer Detective Chief Inspector John Fitzgerald said: 'Today marks one week since a murder investigation was launched after the discovery of a woman's body in Stanley Park. It is believed the pensioner's body had been left in the bin bag for weeks. Pictured: Forensic teams at the scene A pink T-shirt similar to the one worn by the murder victim'Firstly I would like to thank everyone who has come forward with information. 'Every call, message and piece of information, no matter how small it may seem, could prove vital in helping us find the person responsible for this woman's death.'So far, we have received over 120 reports from members of the public, including 40 suggested names, and we are incredibly grateful for the support shown to the investigation.'We are determined to find out who the woman is, uncover what happened to her, and ensure those responsible are held accountable. 'We will continue to keep the public updated with any significant developments as the investigation progresses.'A post-mortem has taken place but the cause of death has been withheld for investigative reasons, Merseyside Police said. However 'extensive enquiries remain ongoing' to identify the victim including 'reviewing information supplied by the public, examining outstanding missing person reports, trawling CCTV and carrying out potential witness enquiries'. Detectives have spoken to hundreds of people in house-to-house enquiries, the force said, adding: 'Any piece of information supplied to us is thoroughly reviewed and has allowed us to rule out a number of lines of enquiry.' Forensic officers collecting evidence at Stanley Park after a woman's body was discovered in a walled garden area Police are calling on the public to help identify a woman found murdered and dumped inside a black bin bag in Stanley Park, Anfield. Pictured: Officers searching the area on TuesdayOn Tuesday evening, police issued a fresh appeal for help. Detective Superintendent Rachel Wilson, who is leading the murder investigation, said in a video posted to X: 'This is a woman whose later years have been stolen from her. 'She was aged in her 70s so may have been someone's grandmother, someone's sister, someone's auntie or someone's friend. 'She was someone's child once and may have had children herself. She may have been someone's wife, best friend or neighbour. 'We need to know who she is so we can find whoever killed her.'The senior officer revealed the woman's body had lain undiscovered for 'a number of weeks' in Stanley Park, which lies between Liverpool FC's Anfield stadium and Goodison Park, the former home of Everton FC. Ms Wilson continued: 'If you've had anyone in your life you have not seen in a while or have lost contact with who has a similar description to this woman, please get in touch. 'You will not be wasting our time or get into any trouble if it turns out not to be the same person.' Police confirmed an investigation is ongoing and CCTV, witness and forensic enquiries are being carried out The entrance to Stanley Park in Liverpool where, inside the walled garden, a police cordon remains in place tonight She also urged people who have 'seen anyone acting suspiciously near the location where the victim was found' to get in touch. Ms Wilson said that residents will 'understandably be worried, shocked and scared' but sought to reassure them by revealing a 'large and experienced investigation team' alongside specialist forensic support were leading the hunt for the killer.Uniformed police officers and a mounted unit have also been patrolling the park since the incident was reported last Friday.'We are determined to do everything we can to identify this poor woman and the person who killed her,' said Ms Wilson. 'With the public's help we will.' Last week, it was reported that many park visitors had spotted the bag – however did not alert police, believing it not to be suspicious.Ms Wilson previously said it was a 'shocking crime' and that police were doing all they could to apprehend the perpetrator.She said missing person reports had been checked, but so far had drawn a blank.Ms Wilson appealed to local residents to check on their neighbours and think about whether there was anyone that lives in their community, who they may not have been seen for several weeks, and to contact them with information. Appealing to members of the public with any information, dashcam, doorbell or CCTV footage to come forward, Ms Wilson added: 'We are doing all we can to identify the person or persons responsible and bring them to justice. This is a shocking crime.'Stanley Park is a large, 110-acre park that is popular with joggers, dog walkers and children enjoying the summer holidays.Assistant Chief Constable Andy Ryan previously admitted that the discovery of the woman's body would be 'concerning and unnerving' for locals, but insisted his officers were 'determined to get answers'.He said neighbourhood teams would continue to speak to local residents and businesses, but accepted 'the only real reassurance will arrive when we locate the person or persons responsible'.'Stanley Park is well known as being the park that separates the Anfield and Goodison football stadiums,' Mr Ryan said.'It is a very busy and popular green space, especially in the recent warm summer weeks. It is visited by dog walkers and families, as well as people walking and exercising.'It is quite possible that one or more of these visitors may have seen something suspicious recently and not reported it at the time. If you didn't speak to us then, please do come forward now.'With hindsight, what you saw, heard or captured on devices may have carried more significance than you realised at the time.'We are particularly interested in speaking to those who have been in the area of the walled gardens in Stanley Park in recent weeks.'He said a mobile police station had been set up in the park and urged anyone with information to contact them.Last week, visitors spoke of being 'petrified' and 'shocked' that the woman's body had been found in such a public place.James Hannah, 29, said: 'I run in this park almost every day. It makes me sad that I might have run by her without knowing. I hope they find out who did it soon.'It won't stop me running through park.'Janet Taylor, 55, added: 'It is shocking that the woman has been there for weeks. It is also scary that this happened so close to home. That poor woman!'She added: 'Although it's very unlikely I will be attacked here, it does make me feel more uneasy than before she was found.'Young mum Jojo Miron said: 'I’m petrified to be alone in the park. I couldn’t come here on my own now.'While dog walker Mike Willoughby, 43, said: 'Someone must know who she is. It's likely she is someone's mum or grandmother.'Why has no one missed her? If she has been in the park for so long, someone must be missing her.'It's frightening that someone was murdered but the saddest part for me is that no one has missed her.'Anyone with information has been urged to contact Merseyside Police via social media on @MerPolCC or through the force's website, or by calling 101, quoting reference number 26000706383. A dedicated online portal has also been created, allowing people to send images or footage directly to the investigation team.Information can also be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.