Parents pay tribute to ‘beautiful’ daughter

IN a statement after the trial had ended, Leanne’s parents, Ellen and Ray Dodd, said: “Justice has been served today. Our lives will never be the same again.

“There are no winners in this trial. We have lost our beautiful daughter and our grandchildren have lost their beloved mummy.

“We would like to thank our family and friends for their love and support they have given us through these tragic times. Also, Leanne’s friends and her colleagues from work for all their kind words.

“We cannot thank Cheshire Police enough for all their hard work and dedication.”

GMP’s Deputy Chief Constable, Ian Pilling, said: “My heart goes out to Leanne’s family, particularly her three children, who she adored. This is such a tragedy, and ultimately it is those children whose lives have been turned upside down the most by this devastating incident.

“Leanne was a hardworking officer who showed the utmost professionalism. She worked as a detective in the Serious Sexual Offences Unit and supported victims when they were at their most vulnerable. She worked tirelessly to provide victims with support.

“While this has been a Cheshire Police investigation, our officers have lost a colleague and a much-loved friend. Leanne was part of the GMP family and we will continue to always be there for her family and friends should they need us.

“We are also supporting those officers who worked with Darren McKie, who remain extremely shocked by what happened.”