Police have confirmed that the body of a woman pulled from a lake in Cheshire was that of serving policewoman Leanne McKie.

The 39-year-old's body had been discovered in Poynton Park near Macclesfield in the early hours of Friday morning.

Ms McKie was a mother of three young children from Wilmslow who had served with Greater Manchester Police since 2001 - most recently as a detective in the serious sexual offences unit.

Image: Leanne McKie's body was found in a lake at Poynton Park early on Friday morning

Paying tribute to his colleague, Chief Constable Ian Hopkins said: "I would like to offer my most sincere condolences to Leanne's family and friends at this devastating time. My heart particularly goes out to her three young children, who she adored.

"She worked tirelessly to provide support and seek justice for victims of sexual crimes.


"Leanne was a popular figure among her colleagues, who have been left devastated by the news of her tragic death. She will be sorely missed by everyone she worked with."

Image: Police say they are not looking for anyone else in relation to Ms McKie's death

A 43-year-old man from Wilmslow, Cheshire, has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is currently being questioned by police.

Detective Inspector Adam Waller said the incident appears to be isolated, and police are not looking for anyone else in relation to her death.

Anyone with information has been urged to contact the police.