Chase Kelly, aged 31 of Arley, Coventry, appeared in Birmingham Crown Court today (8th June).
The charge is in connection with the death of 84-year-old Mildred Whitmore on College Street, Nuneaton last Tuesday.
Kelly was arrested last week after the death of the great grandmother at her home of College Street
He has also been charged with Burglary in connection with the incident.
Meet Charnwood's new Mayor
The new Mayor of Charnwood has been sworn in for 2026-27 following the Council’s Annual Meeting on Monday, 11 May.
Brothers tried to dupe Leicesteshire Police to avoid jail
Two brothers who spent years fabricating lies to prevent justice in a child sex offence case have been jailed - thanks to the persistence of a Leicestershire detective.
Flat Fire in Baxtergate Loughborough
Flat fire in Baxtergate above Heavely Desserts .
Sir David Attenborough is 100
A new sculpture was unveiled at Beacon Hill Country Park in Leicestershire to mark Sir David Attenborough’s 100th Birthday.
Peter Pizzeria announces Leicester closure
Peter Pizzeria, that has a pizza restaurant in Loughborough, has announced it will close the branch in Leicester city centre.
Should the school summer holidays in Leicestershire change?
Parents are being asked whether we should have a shorter summer holiday to allow for a two-week half term in October.
Attempted ATM left in Birstall
An investigation is continuing today (Wednesday 6 May) following an attempted theft of an ATM in Birstall.
Wheelie bin arson in Loughborough
Firefighters in Loughborough say there is a serious safety concern after bins were set on fire in the town.
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That Don't Impress Me Much
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You Got The Love
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Every Little Step
Bobby Brown