Emma police to examine DNA sample

Emma's body was found in woods in May

Police hunting the killer of Glasgow woman Emma Caldwell are examining a male DNA sample found near the site where her body was discovered.

The 27-year-old prostitute's body was found in woods near Biggar in South Lanarkshire on 8 May.

Detectives are urging people to come forward if they know anyone who used the area for sex around that time.

A 15-second video appeal on the Emma case was shown at half-time during a football match at Ibrox on Saturday.

The video appeal was broadcast during the Rangers and Inverness Caledonian Thistle game.

I would urge anyone who can provide the identity of any male person who has used the scene for a sexual purpose where her body was found to come forward Det Supt Willie Johnston

Police plan to repeat it during the Old Firm game at Celtic Park on 9 November in an effort to get the appeal out to a large number of people.

Detective Superintendent Willie Johnston said: "I would urge anyone who can provide the identity of any male person who has used the scene for a sexual purpose where her body was found to come forward.

"This may assist in identifying an outstanding male profile found very close to where Emma's body was found."

A video appeal at the Rangers game asked fans for information

A Rangers spokesperson said the club was happy to help the police inquiry into Emma's death.

"We are delighted to afford Strathclyde Police this opportunity to appeal for information in the hope that someone in the 50,000 crowd is able to make a positive contribution to their ongoing investigation," the spokesperson said.

Police have visited the homes and workplaces of Emma's former clients.

A £10,000 reward for information has also been offered by Crimestoppers.

More than 50 dedicated officers have been working on the case.