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Son Charged with Murder After Mother's Cottage Death
21 Jan
Summary
- Housekeeper Gilly Livie, 68, was fatally stabbed in her Hampshire cottage.
- Her son, Daniel Livie, 39, has been charged with her murder.
- Police responded to the incident on January 9, finding both victims injured.
A devastating incident unfolded in the village of Cheriton, Hampshire, where 68-year-old housekeeper Gilly Livie was found fatally stabbed at her thatched cottage. Emergency services were called to the property on January 9, discovering Ms. Livie with serious injuries. A post-mortem examination confirmed she died from a stab wound to the neck.
Authorities have since charged Daniel Livie, 39, of Alton, Hampshire, with her murder. He also faces charges of making threats to kill. Police had found the victim and an injured man at the scene, who was taken to the hospital with life-threatening neck and leg wounds. This injured man was later arrested and taken into custody.
Friends and neighbors have paid tribute to Ms. Livie, describing her as a "lovely," "gentle," and "kind" woman deeply involved in the community. The village of Cheriton is reportedly in shock following the tragedy, mourning the loss of a life cut tragically short. Daniel Livie is scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday.
