A man has been charged with the murder of a woman who police have now named.

Sabrina Cooper, 68, has been identified as the victim in the murder investigation after she was found dead at an address in Connaught Road in Eastbourne on Sunday, December 18.

Tony King, 59, of Cornfield Terrace, Eastbourne, who police said was known to Sabrina, has been charged with one count of murder and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place.

He has been remanded in custody to appear before Brighton Magistrates' Court on Wednesday (December 21).

Senior Investigating Officer Detective Chief Inspector Emma Vickers said: “Our thoughts are with Sabrina's family and friends at this difficult time. We are supporting them and keeping them updated on the progress of this fast-moving investigation.

“We understand this incident will also cause upset and concern in the community, and I would like to reassure people that this is being treated as an isolated incident involving people known to each other, and with no threat to the wider public.

“We have already completed extensive enquiries and this has resulted in a person being arrested and charged within 48 hours of police initially attending the address. Those enquiries will continue as the case progresses through the court, and we encourage anyone with concerns or information relating to what happened to get in touch with us.”

Information can be passed to police online or by calling 101 quoting Operation Dorsal. Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111