Teenager Charged with Murder After Acid Attack in High Wycombe
A man has been charged with murder over a horrific acid attack that claimed the life of Joanne Rand in High Wycombe.
Xeneral Webster Charged with Murder
Thames Valley Police charged 18-year-old Xeneral Webster from Westway, Hammersmith, London, with murder on Thursday, 26 October. The charge relates to the shocking attack on 3 June 2017 in Frogmoor, High Wycombe, where Joanne Rand, 47, was splashed with a corrosive substance.
Joanne suffered severe injuries and tragically passed away at Stoke Mandeville Hospital on 14 June 2017. Webster appeared at Amersham Court and was remanded in custody. He is due to face Reading Crown Court on 9 April, with the exact court location yet to be confirmed.
Family Pay Heartbreaking Tribute to Joanne Rand
Joanne, known fondly as Jo, was remembered as a bubbly, fun-loving, and caring woman who touched many lives. Born in County Durham and raised in High Wycombe, she was the youngest of five sisters and grew up surrounded by family.
“We are utterly devastated. Our pain is immense and our hearts are shattered. We will never get over losing Jo, she has left such a big hole,” said her sisters Jacqueline and Lynn, who shared a special bond with Jo.
Jo lived locally all her life and was a devoted mother to her three children: Charlotte, Ryan, and Katie. She was fiercely proud of them and always put her family first. The family also endured heartbreak when Charlotte passed away in 2011.
Remembering Jo’s Spirit and Kindness
Jo’s partner Eddie expressed his deep sorrow, saying, “He misses her so much and feels lost without her and will always remember her lovely smiling eyes.” Known for her witty sense of humour and positive attitude, Jo’s favourite saying was “Crack On.”
Always young at heart, she loved socialising, music, and dancing. Jo’s caring nature drove her to work at Sir Aubrey Ward in Marlow, where she was a passionate team member who made many close friends.
Joanne Rand will be deeply missed by all who knew her, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and strength.
