Man charged with murder after woman, 89, found dead in Bexleyheath property

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

Kevin Pearce, 58, of Barton Close, appeared in custody at Bromley Magistrates Court on Thursday. He has been remanded to appear at the Old Bailey on Thursday, 30 March.

Police rushed to a property in Barton Close at 3.10pm on Saturday, June 5, 2021, to reports of a non-response woman inside.

An 89-year-old woman was pronounced dead at the scene.

Her next of kin are aware and continue to be supported by specially trained officers.