Woman charged with murder of father-of-six who died on Christmas Day
Kirsty Carless, 33, of Cannock has been charged over the death of Louis Price, 31, Staffordshire Police said.
A woman has been charged with murder following the death of a father-of-six on Christmas Day.
Kirsty Carless, 33, of Cannock, has been charged over the death of Louis Price, 31, Staffordshire Police said.
Officers were called to a report of a man in cardiac arrest at a property on Elm Road in Norton Canes, near Cannock, at around 3.25am on Wednesday.
Despite medical efforts, Mr Price died a short time later.
Police previously confirmed that a referral has been made to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) following recent contact.
In a statement on Friday, his family described him as a “well-known member of the community” who was “well-loved” and always smiling.
They said: “He always had time for anyone and would help anyone he could.
“Louis was a devoted fisherman, he had a passion for fishing and regularly went away on trips with friends and family.
“He loved football, he played for a team and was a lifelong supporter of Aston Villa.”
Carless is due to appear at North Staffordshire Justice Centre on Saturday.
Anyone with information that may help inquiries has been asked to contact police through their online portal at https://mipp.police.uk/operation/STAFFS24L22-PO1 or via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
