A man has appeared in court charged with the murder of a “lovely” woman.

Adam David Wright, 38, is accused of murdering 77-year-old June Henty.

Wright was initially charged with attempted murder following an assault at an address in Dickson Park, Wickham, on December 23, 2023.

Ms Henty later died after suffering from serious injuries and Wright was charged with her murder.

Wright, of Grovers Field, Bishop’s Waltham, will appear at Portsmouth Crown Court on February 10.

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He is yet to enter a plea to the charge.

Tributes poured in for Ms Henty following her death, with a dedicated page set up for people to share their condolences.

One woman said: “You were part of my life and my best friend and miss you so much. Rest in peace June.”

Another tribute read: “Still can’t believe you have gone. God bless dear friend.”