South Norwood man charged with murder of Sarah Reynolds

A man from South Norwood is to appear at Croydon Magistrates’ Court today charged with the murder on Saturday of Sarah Reynolds.

Victim: Sarah Reynolds was found by police in the early hours of Saturday

The murder investigation was launched after Metropolitan Police officers were called to an address on Towpath Way at 4.55am on Saturday, April 12.

Police have named the victim as Reynolds, 58, who was pronounced dead at the scene.

Her family are being supported by specialist officers.

Earlston Bennet, 57, of Towpath Way, was charged with murder yesterday.

“It is believed Bennet was known to Sarah and detectives are not looking for anyone else in relation to the incident,” the Met said.

Detectives continue their work to build a picture of Sarah’s life in the weeks leading up to her death. They are keen to speak with anyone who interacted with, or saw Sarah in recent weeks.

You can contact police using the dedicated online portal https://mipp.police.uk/operation/01MPS25X57-PO1. You can also report information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.



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