Man, 92, charged with murder of his wife in Exeter

A 92-year-old man was accused of murdering his 87-year-old wife.

Emergency services were called to an address on Millbrook Lane in Exeter, Devon, at around 12.40pm on April 19.

It was announced that 87-year-old Shirley Billam died at the scene.

Her husband, Laurence Billam, of Millbrook Lane, Exeter, has been charged with murder and will appear at Exeter Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday.

Devon and Cornwall Police said Ms Billam’s family was being supported by specially trained police officers.

A spokesman for the force said: “Officers were called to Millbrook Lane at around 12.40pm on Sunday, April 19, following reports of welfare concerns.

“Emergency services responded after a woman was found dead at the facility.

“The woman’s name has been Shirley Billam ever since.

“Laurence Billam, 92, of Millbrook Lane, Exeter, has been charged with murder and will appear at Exeter Magistrates’ Court this morning.”