Family pay tribute to "loving mother" after man charged with her murder in Harpurhey
The family of a woman who was sadly found deceased at an address in Harpurhey on Monday have released a heartfelt tribute.
Clare Burns, 51, was found dead on Monday morning after police were called to an address on Queens Road at 4:07am.
Leonard Lee Stewart, 55, of Queens Road, Manchester, has been charged with her murder.
In a loving tribute, Clare’s family said: “Clare was a loving mother, auntie, sister and daughter.
“She was funny, outgoing and a very independent person. She was also kind, generous and friendly to anyone she met.
“Clare would always light up the room she entered, and she was a brilliant friend to many.
“We will miss her dearly.”
A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said they have handed themselves into the Independent Office of Police Conduct over previous interactions with the victim.
They said: “Due to past contact between police and the victim and suspect, our Professional Standards Directorate have made a voluntarily referral to the Independent Office of Police Conduct, who are assessing the case.”
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Leonard Lee Stewart, 55, of Queens Road, Manchester, has been charged with murder.
He remains in police custody ahead of his next appearance at Manchester City Magistrates' Court later today.