Paula Hounslea

Paula Hounslea was a British victim of a murder that remains unsolved. She went missing on 22 August 2009 and her body was discovered on 5 May 2012. Hounslea's daughter and her daughter's boyfriend were arrested for her murder but there was not enough evidence to bring a prosecution against either of them. The investigation remains open.

Background Hounslea was 37 years old at the time of her disappearance, was white, around tall, of medium build with blonde or light brown shoulder-length hair. Hounslea was described as having bipolar disorder and was in poor health. Although at the time of the disappearance she was not known to have a job, it was thought she may have been employed as a bartender and seamstress. Hounslea was last seen by her family when they dropped her off at her home after a family meal at a Chinese restaurant. Vicky also received a message from Hounslea's phone, saying that she was going away for a few days.

Hounslea's cash card was used to withdraw a total of £850 following her disappearance. A total of 176 calls were made to Hounslea's voicemail after her disappearance. These calls came from Vicky, and Hounslea's parents and sisters; none came from her daughter Lois. They were released on bail the next day. Lois and Kevin were released without charge in August 2013 due to insufficient evidence. Kavanagh appeared as a witness but refused to answer questions. A narrative verdict was recorded and the police have stated that the case remains open.