Ben KendallPolice have launched a murder investigation after it was revealed a 22-year-old woman has been missing without a trace for six weeks.Emma Ward, from Rockland St Peter, has not been seen for six weeks and there are serious concerns over her welfare and safety.Ben Kendall

Police have launched a murder investigation after it was revealed a 22-year-old woman has been missing without a trace for six weeks.

Emma Ward, from Rockland St Peter, has not been seen for six weeks and there are serious concerns over her welfare and safety.

A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is currently in police custody.

Officers from the joint Norfolk and Suffolk major investigation team are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the disappearance.

A spokesman said: 'Officers would like to hear from anyone who may have seen Emma in the period since the end of March 2010 or has any information in relation to her current whereabouts to contact them.'

Contact the major investigation team on 0845 4564567 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.