Man appears in court charged with murder of 'beautiful and kind' mother-of-two in Llanelli

A man has appeared in court after being charged with the murder a mother-of-two in Llanelli.

The body of Sophie Evans, 30, was found in a house on Bigyn Road, in Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, on 5 July.

A murder enquiry was launched, with Richard Jones, of Y Rhodfa in Burry Port, arrested later that day.

Officers have since charged the 49-year-old, who was known to Sophie, with her murder.

Jones appeared at Llanelli Magistrates Court this morning (Friday 12 July).

Paying tribute to her, Sophie's family said: “Our beautiful and amazing sister and daughter Sophie was tragically taken from us, and our lives will never be the same.

"We are heartbroken by our loss. Our Sophie, only 30 years young, will be greatly missed by us all.

"She was a loving mother to her two girls, who she adored with all her heart. An amazing sister, who was the rock of our family. So bright and funny, always making us laugh.

"Sophie was a loving daughter, with a huge heart, who we all adored. She lived life to the fullest, and will be remembered for being so kind and caring to her loved ones.

"Sophie loved spending time with her children and family, had a passion for beauty therapy, and enjoyed keeping up with her fitness and the latest fashion trends.

"We would like to thank everyone for their support at this horrific time. It has meant a lot to the whole family. We would now like time to grieve, and ask to be given privacy in which to do so.”

A Dyfed-Powys Police spokesperson said: "Our thoughts are with Sophie’s family at this time, and they continue to receive support from specialist officers.

"The investigation team is grateful for the support of the community while enquiries have been carried out."

Jones was been remanded into custody and will appear before Swansea Crown Court on Monday (July 15).

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