Charlene Dowsell (Image: Gwent Police)
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The woman who died following an incident in Newport has been named as Charlene Dowsell, and her relatives have now released a tribute to her.
Gwent Police confirmed that 66-year-old Albert Williams, from Newport, has been charged with murder and is being held in custody. Detectives are continuing to ask anyone who was in the area during the early hours of Saturday 18 July to come forward.
A family’s tribute
Ms Dowsell’s family, who are receiving support from specialist officers, said in a statement issued through the force:
“To our beautiful daughter Charlene, mum of 4 beautiful children,
“They say time will heal, but time will never change how we as a family feel,
“You’re so loved by everyone that really knew you. You have left us broken hearted – we are all in shock.
“We don’t know what to do but we are finding comfort in memories we have of you. You did not deserve what you went through our girl.
“Losing our daughter at such a young age, she was the foundation to our family and without her it’s difficult to know what to do and what comes next. 4 children without a mum is just heartbreaking.
“Gone are the days we used to share but in my heart you will always be there.
“You’re at peace now our beautiful girl. Gone but never forgotten.”
How events unfolded
The force was called to a report of an altercation outside a property in St Vincent Road during the early hours of Saturday 18 July. Specially trained firearms officers were among those who responded.
A woman was pronounced dead by paramedics a short distance from that address, close to Chepstow Road.
The charge
Albert Williams, 66, of Newport, has since been charged with murder and remanded into custody.
Appeal for information
Officers want to hear from anyone who was in the vicinity between 1am and 3am that Saturday, and from drivers or residents who may hold dashcam or CCTV recordings covering that window.
Information can be passed to Gwent Police by calling 101, by direct message on the force’s social media channels, or through the Gwent Police website, quoting reference 2600229981.
Crimestoppers takes information anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online.
