Man Held by Murder Squad After Romford Pensioner Rosina Coleman Found Dead
A 65-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder in Romford on Friday, 18 May. He remains in custody at an east London police station as the grim investigation unfolds.
Blunt Force Trauma Killed Pensioner
A post-mortem at Queen’s Hospital confirmed Rosina Coleman, 85, died from blunt force trauma to the head and neck. Police are confident the deceased is the Romford resident, though formal ID is pending.
Death Discovered on Ashmour Gardens
- Police were called by London Ambulance Service at 11:31am on Tuesday, 15 May.
- Rosina was found dead at an address on Ashmour Gardens, Romford.
- Officers pronounced her dead at the scene.
- Her next of kin have been informed.
Homicide Chief Urges Witnesses to Come Forward
“Whilst we have made an arrest today, the investigation into Rosina’s murder remains ongoing and I continue to appeal for witnesses,” said Detective Inspector Paul Considine of the Homicide and Major Crime Command.
“Were you in Ashmour Gardens on Tuesday 15 May? Every fragment of information is beneficial to our investigation. It is crucial we gather all evidence against the person responsible for this horrendous offence.”
How to Help the Investigation
- Call the incident room on 020 8345 3734
- Tweet @MetCC
- Contact Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111
