Man, 50, appears in court charged with murder of mother found dead at home after attack that left daughter fighting for life
A MAN has appeared in court accused of murdering a mother who was found dead after an attack that left her daughter fighting for life.
Wendy francis, 61, was discovered in a home in worcester after the horror on Saturday night.
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Her daughter, 38, was rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries but is now stable.
Damian Homer appeared at Warwick Crown Court today charged with murder and attempted murder.
The 50-year-old only spoke during the brief hearing to confirm his name, date of birth and address.
No pleas were entered, but a tentative trial date was set for August 27 this year.
Homer was taken into custody next one will appear before the same court on April 2.
Police were taken to the house in Haresfield Close at around 8.30pm on Saturday.
They found Wendy dead while her daughter was seriously injured.
Tributes poured in for the mother, who worked in a farm shop on the outskirts of Worcester.
Her devastated family said: “Wendy will be deeply missed; she was one in a million and very loved.”
While the Fish Emporium posted on Facebook: “We are heartbroken to hear this terrible news news of the passing of the most wonderful lady Wendy Francis.
“She brightened our days every time she stopped by to see us with her sweet smile and she always made us giggle so much when she was working next to us.
“Rest in peace Wendy, you will never be forgotten and we wish your daughter Stacey a speedy recovery. We send all our love and thoughts to your wonderful family.”
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