Worksop murder investigation: Man charged over death of grandmother

A man has been charged over the death of a much-loved grandmother in Worksop.
By Sam Jackson
Published 12th Nov 2021, 20:49 GMT
Updated 12th Nov 2021, 20:57 GMT
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Pauline Quinn, aged 73, was found by paramedics on Tuesday night following concerns that she could not be contacted.

Emergency services attended a property in Rayton Spur in Kilton at 10.35pm and sadly Pauline was pronounced dead a short time later.

Lawrence Bierton, aged 61, of Rayton Spur, has been charged with murder and robbery.

Flowers left outside the scene in Rayton Spur, in Kilton, Worksop.Flowers left outside the scene in Rayton Spur, in Kilton, Worksop.
Flowers left outside the scene in Rayton Spur, in Kilton, Worksop.
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He is due to appear at Mansfield Magistrates’ Court on Saturday November 13.

A 43-year-old man was also arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.

In a statement, Pauline’s family said the whole family is in shock over her death.

Officers continue their investigation, and Detective Inspector Steve Wragg, from Nottinghamshire Police, said specialist officers will continue to work with Pauline’s family.

Tributes have been paid to Pauline Quinn.Tributes have been paid to Pauline Quinn.
Tributes have been paid to Pauline Quinn.

He added: “A man has now been charged in connection with this tragic incident and we continue our work to understand the circumstances and the exact sequence of events in the moments leading up to this.

“Officers will continue to be in the area to speak to the local community, conduct enquiries and offer reassurance."