A 92-year-old man has been charged with the murder of an 87-year-old woman in Exeter, Devon.
Details of the incident
Laurence Billam, of Millbrook Lane, Exeter, has been charged with murdering Shirley Billam. Emergency services were called to an address on Millbrook Lane at approximately 12:40 PM on April 19. Ms. Billam was tragically pronounced dead at the scene.
Court appearance
Mr. Billam has been charged with murder and is scheduled to appear at Exeter Magistrates' Court on Tuesday. Devon and Cornwall Police confirmed that Ms. Billam's family is being supported by specially trained officers.
A police spokesperson stated: "Officers were called to Millbrook Lane at around 12:40 PM on Sunday April 19 following reports of a concern for welfare. Emergency services attended where a woman was discovered deceased at the property. The woman has since been named as Shirley Billam. Laurence Billam, aged 92 and of Millbrook Lane, Exeter, has been charged with her murder and will appear at Exeter Magistrates' Court this morning."
This is a breaking news story. Further updates will be provided as the investigation continues.
