A WOMAN whose body was found in Throckley, Newcastle on Sunday has been named as Michelle Johnson.

The 43-year-old was from Bolam Court.

Police say a post-mortem proved inconclusive and further tests are being carried out.

The death is being treated as “unexplained”.

Detective Chief Inspector Ged Noble said: “We need to identify Ms Johnson’s movements from Thursday, September 6, until Sunday, September 9. I would ask anyone who has seen her in recent days to contact us.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 ext 69191.