– Man accused of killing elderly woman
– Suspect arrested for murder of senior woman.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
An 87-year-old man has been charged with murder following the tragic death of a woman in her 80s at a property in Bath on Tuesday, 18th June. William Arthur Haxworth, residing in Upper Lansdown Mews, appeared before magistrates in Bath on Thursday, 20th June. He has been remanded into custody pending a hearing at Bristol Crown Court on Friday, 21st June.
The incident unfolded when emergency services responded to a call at Upper Lansdown Mews, where a woman was found in need of urgent medical attention. Despite the best efforts of ambulance crews, the woman, identified as Delia Haxworth, aged 85, was pronounced dead at the scene. The next of kin have been informed and are receiving support from specially-trained family liaison officers.
Detective Inspector Mark Newbury, leading the investigation on behalf of the Major Crime Investigation Team, expressed condolences to the family of the deceased. He emphasized that while a suspect has been charged, the investigation is still in its early stages, and they urge anyone with information to come forward.
Authorities are particularly interested in hearing from individuals who may have witnessed an older man with a rucksack walking from Upper Lansdown Mews to Bennett Street or observed a man climbing scaffolding in Bennett Street. Those with relevant information are encouraged to contact the police at 101, quoting Operation Network, or provide details through the dedicated online portal.
This development has sent shockwaves through the local community, prompting concerns and questions about the circumstances surrounding the tragic event. As the investigation progresses, residents are urged to remain vigilant and cooperate with law enforcement to ensure justice is served.
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1. Man charged with murder following death of elderly woman
2. Man charged with murder in woman’s death in her 80s.
