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FAMILY'S PAIN

Grandma, 58, killed in Telford as cops arrest man, 31, over ‘murder’ and family pay tribute to ‘most wonderful mum’

TRIBUTES are pouring in for a "wonderful"; grandma who was killed at home at the weekend.

Claire Orrey, 58, was found dead after after armed cops swarmed a quiet residential street in Shropshire in the early hours of yesterday.

Grandmother Claire Orrey was killed yesterday and tributes are now pouring in for her
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Grandmother Claire Orrey was killed yesterday and tributes are now pouring in for her

The force had been rushed to the area after getting reports of a disturbance.

There they arrested a 31-year-old man on suspicion of murder. He remains in police custody.

Claire’s daughter has now paid tribute to her.

The grieving woman said: “My mum was the most wonderful mother, wife, daughter, and grandma, who lit up our world with love.

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"She will forever be loved by us and will always be missed eternally. 

“Please respect my family’s wishes for privacy at this time as we mourn our loss.”

Police were rushed to the home in Admaston, Telford around 5am on Sunday alongside medics.

West Midlands Ambulance Service said: "On arrival it was found that the woman had sustained serious injuries and she was pronounced dead at the scene.

"Another man was found injured at the address with serious injuries.

"A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody.";

Detective Chief Inspector Tony Garner added: "This is a shocking incident and our thoughts go out to the family of the woman who lost her life.

"I understand that incidents of this nature can be alarming, but would like to reassure the local community that this is an isolated incident and there is no wider risk to the public.

"Our officers remain at the scene and you may see an increased police presence in the area over the coming days as our investigation continues."

West Mercia Police confirmed the suspect was arrested at the scene.

They added: "The person remains in custody, and the man who was injured has now been discharged from hospital."

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