A woman has been charged with the murder of her husband.

Emergency services responded to the incident in Lavender Street, Brighton, shortly after 7.30pm on Monday.

Despite the best efforts of paramedics, 70-year-old Andrew Rowland-Stuart was pronounced dead at the scene.

Sussex Police have released a picture of Mr Rowland-Stuart with the consent of his next of kin.

Joanna Rowland-Stuart, also aged 70, was arrested and has since been charged with murder.

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She has been remanded in custody to appear before Crawley Magistrates’ Court on Friday, May 31.

Detective Chief Inspector Alex Campbell, of the Surrey and Sussex Major Crime Team, said: “This is a fast-moving investigation and our enquiries are ongoing as we seek to establish the full circumstances which led to Andrew’s tragic death. Our thoughts remain with his loved ones at this difficult time.

“In the meantime, we are urging the public not to speculate, but to come forward with any information which may be able to assist us.

“You can report it online via the Major Incident Public Portal.”

People can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or report it online.