Murder Investigation Launched After Mother Found Dead in Birmingham Home

A murder investigation has been launched after Irene Mbugua was found dead inside a Birmingham home. Her body was discovered in Markby Road, Winson Green by police around 1am on Monday, June 23. A post-mortem revealed that the 46-year-old had died from serious head and face injuries, according to the police.

A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is in police custody. West Midlands Police stated that they are not seeking anyone else in connection with the case and investigations are ongoing. Irene's family is receiving support from specialized officers during this difficult time.

In a joint statement with the police, Irene's family paid tribute to her, describing her as a mum with a 'beautiful smile'. They expressed their deep sadness at her tragic death and mentioned how much she will be missed. They also mentioned their struggle to cope with the loss and asked for guidance to navigate through this difficult time.

According to the source: Birmingham Live.