Sister of East Belfast murder victim Rachel Simpson pays emotional tribute online

The 43 year old’s body was found in the garage of a house on the Castlereagh Road last Friday

Image of Rachel Simpson, as supplied on behalf of Rachel’s family.
Author: Downtown/CoolFM Staff ReporterPublished 22 hours ago
Last updated 22 hours ago

The sister of East Belfast murder victim Rachel Simpson has paid an emotional tribute to her in a post online, remembering her as "beautiful”, “kind-hearted”, and “a cherished mother”.

The 43 year old’s body was found in the garage of a house on the Castlereagh Road last Friday.

A post on social media said, “My beautiful kind hearted sister Rachel Simpson died on Friday.”

“We mourn a daughter, a sister and a cherished mother of 3 children. Loved by everyone who knew her.”

“Heartache is not a feeling I have known until now. We ask for prayers and love as we navigate this as a Simpson family.”

Rachel Simpson’s 21 year old son Nathan Simpson has been remanded in custody, accused of her murder.

A court heard on Monday that he had only recently been released from prison.