Woman Shot Dead in Long Clawson Tragedy

A shocking murder has rocked the peaceful village of Long Clawson, near Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire. Carrie Slater, 37, was fatally shot at a Kings Road home before being rushed to hospital. Tragically, she died on Saturday night.

Man Charged Over Deadly Shooting

Police swiftly arrested 44-year-old Richard Basson, from the same street, charging him with murder. He also faces weapons charges, including possession of a prohibited weapon and ammunition without a certificate.

Family Mourns Lost Daughter

“Carrie was loved by all of us. She was a bright soul taken too soon,” said the family in a statement released by Leicestershire Police.

Basson is set to appear before leicester/" title="Leicester" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Leicester magistrates today as the investigation continues into this tragic killing.

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