Man charged with murder after woman found dead in Leicester home

A man has been charged with murder after a woman was found dead at a home in Leicester.

Tarnjeet Riaz, who was also known by her maiden name Chagger, was found dead at the address in Tarbat Road in Thurnby Lodge on Monday (6 May).

Ms Riaz was found by East Midlands Ambulance Service who called the police to the scene.

Police say Tarnjeet, who was 44 and from the High Wycombe area, had suffered serious injuries to her face and chest.

50-year-old Raj Sidpara, of Tarbat Road, Leicester has been charged with murder.

He has been remanded into custody and is due to appear at Leicester Magistrates’ Court tomorrow (Friday 10 May).

Detective Inspector Emma Matts, Senior Investigating Officer, said:

“An incident which has occurred inside that address on the morning of Monday 6 May has sadly led to Tarnjeet’s death.

“A team of detectives are continuing to work to understand what has occurred and a cordon will remain in place while we thoroughly examine the scene.

“We currently have a man arrested in connection with Tarnjeet’s death and he continues to be interviewed by police.

“Family liaison officers have also been deployed and they are supporting the victim’s family at this extremely difficult and distressing time."

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