In a tragic incident that occurred on June 21 last year, Sakunthala Francis, an 89-year-old woman, suffered fatal stab injuries at a residence in Brigstock Road, Thornton Heath. The London Ambulance Service alerted the police, who arrived at the scene shortly after 9.20 pm. Despite their efforts, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

The grandson of the deceased, Verushan Manoharan, aged 32 and residing in Kingsley Road, Croydon, was charged with her murder and was set to stand trial next month.

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