Man, 78, held over murder of schoolgirl Elsie in 1965
Elsie’s sister Anne Cleave, 69, said she and her brother Colin had “both felt queasy and a bit stressed” when they were told about the arrest.
She added: “It has been a bit of a roller coaster ride. We were aware that there had been mistakes in the early days but the police have worked really hard on our behalf.
“It is a step in the right direction but we don’t know how things are going to develop.
“When you have got something you are looking for, and that’s justice, then you have to keep pushing for it. We want justice for Elsie.”
Det Supt Nick Wallen said he commended Anne and Colin for their perseverance in campaigning for their sister.
He added: “The response we have received from the public since launching the re-investigation is a testament to the strength of feeling Elsie’s murder continues to generate in the community.”