Following the deadly stabbing of a 52-year-old man, a WOMAN has been accused with murder.
The 41-year-old Sonja Blenkiron is being held by police after being accused of killing Paul Wagland.
A spokesperson for Avon & Somerset Police said: “We’ve charged a 41-year-old woman in connection with the death of a man in Hartcliffe, Bristol, on Monday, January 30.
“Sonja Blenkiron has been charged with the murder of 52-year-old Paul Wagland, who died at a property on Gatcombe Road.”
The 52-year-solitary old’s stab wound was determined to be the cause of death following a post-mortem test.
Blenkiron, of Gatcombe Road, will make an appearance at Bristol Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, February 2. He is still being held in police custody.
A heartfelt tribute was paid by Paul’s family in a statement which read: “As a family we are devastated by the sudden loss of our loving Dad. He was artistic, caring, funny and ambitious.
“He was the best ‘Pap’ to his three grandchildren who he loved unconditionally.
“His love for cooking, music and dancing will live on through us forever. We will always cherish the memories we had with him. He will be missed by all his family and friends.
“We are very shocked about the circumstances of our Dad’s death and would appreciate some respect and privacy at this time.”
