British man charged with murder of Kenyan woman
Irene Mbugua who was found dead at a house in Winson Green on June 23.
A British man has been charged with the murder of a Kenyan woman at Birmingham Crown Court.
Irene Mbugua, 46, was found dead at a house in Winson Green on June 23, shortly after which David Walsh was arrested.
A post-mortem examination later revealed that Ms Mbugua, who had been working as a caregiver for Mr Walsh, died as a result of serious head and facial injuries.
A post-mortem examination revealed that the cause of death was severe head and facial trauma, leading West Midlands Police to launch a murder investigation. Mr Walsh, who was arrested at the scene, is also charged with assaulting multiple police officers during his apprehension.
“Walsh, aged 34, was initially hospitalised for treatment and later charged with murder and assaulting several police officers,” a police report read in part.
He appeared at Birmingham Magistrates' Court on Monday, June 30 and was remanded in custody to appear at Birmingham Crown Court later this week.
“Our thoughts remain with Irene’s family and loved ones at this extremely difficult time. They are being supported by our specialist officers, who are keeping them updated with the latest developments,” local reports quoted detective Inspector Michelle Cordell, who is leading the investigation.
In a statement following Ms Mbugua’s death, her family paid tribute to her saying, “It’s so sad that you were taken from us in such a cruel way. We are so lost without you, Mum. We pray for the grace to face each day. Your beautiful smile and hearty laughter will be missed.
Please just remind us how to join the dots, because we don’t have a map yet. Rest easy; you will remain in our hearts forever.”