Ipswich Mother Found Dead, Man Charged with Murder

A devastating incident has occurred in Ipswich, Suffolk, where a mother of two, identified as 28-year-old Karlie Sone, was found unresponsive in a flat. She tragically died at the scene shortly after police were called by someone concerned for her welfare in the early hours of Tuesday.

Following the discovery, 39-year-old Paul Stevenson was arrested and has since been charged with Ms. Sone's murder. The cause of her death remains under investigation following a post-mortem examination. Suffolk Police are treating the incident as isolated and confirm the parties involved were known to each other.

Ms. Sone's family has released a heart-wrenching tribute, describing themselves as 'absolutely devastated' by the loss of their 'beloved Karlie.' They emphasized the profound impact her death will have on her two daughters, stating their mother was 'her absolute world.'

Stevenson appeared at Ipswich Crown Court, where a trial date has been set for September 24, with a plea and trial preparation hearing scheduled for May. Police continue to appeal for any witnesses with information to come forward.