Neighbour's of missing Tracy Kearns in shock after man arrested on suspicion of murder

Neighbours have today spoken of their shock after a man was arrested on suspicion of murder following the disappearance of a Kinmel Bay mum.

Mum-of-two, Tracy Kearns was last seen at around 8pm on Sunday, May 7.

Detectives are quizzing a 48-year-old Kinmel Bay man , who is known to Tracy, on suspicion of her murder.

He remains in custody at St Asaph police station.

Meanwhile, Tracy, 43 has not yet been found.

Tonight, as a heavy police presence remained outside Tracy’s bungalow on Cader Avenue, neighbours spoke of their shock and said they hope she is found.

Debbie Tinsley described her as a “lovely lady,” who had been her manager when they both worked at Asda in Kimmel Bay.

She said she first knew something was wrong when police knocked on her door about 10pm last night.

But it was only when she went on Facebook later today that she realised who it was and then found out about the murder probe.

She said: “Tracy is a lovely lady, she was my manager when we both worked at Asda.

“The news today has come as an absolute shock, Tracy’s disappearance is totally out of character.

“Gobsmacked is an understatement. I think people around here will be devastated as everyone knew her.”

The Daily Post understands that Tracy was in a relationship and had two young daughters.

It is understood she left Asda in 2014 and latterly worked at Sandy Cove Club in the town.

A friend and former Asda colleague, who did not want to be named, said: “Tracy was always so full of life, her dream was to have kids and when she did, she was devoted to them.

“She was a fantastic friend who would do anything for you.

“I’m absolutely gutted to hear about this.”

Another resident said: “This is shocking, you don’t expect anything like this to happen in the street where you live and to the people you know.

“We are praying that Tracy is found alive.”

Police and forensic teams have been at the property all afternoon while some carried out house to house enquiries.

They are appealing for anyone who has information about her movements to come forward.

Reaction to murder of Tracy Kearns of Cader Avenue in Kinmel Bay

Supt Sian Beck said: “Tracy has not yet been found and we are still appealing to the public for information about her movements after 8pm on Sunday, May 7.

“There will be an increased police presence in Kinmel Bay as officers conduct their enquiries and I would like to thank the public for their cooperation so far.

“This is a difficult time for Tracy’s family, who are being supported by specially trained officers.”

Tracy is described as 5ft 3ins tall with sandy shoulder length hair.

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 quoting reference V066820.