Man charged over death of a woman in Leicestershire

A man has been charged following the death of Caragh Eaton on Tuesday evening (6th September).

Ian Curson, 42, of Fairhaven Road, Leicester, was arrested on Tuesday evening just hours after the collision which fatally injured the 28-year-old.

Police were called to Field Edge Drive in Barrow upon Soar at 4.40pm following reports that a woman has been struck with a car. The car was found abandoned nearby.

Curson has been charged with manslaughter and possession of an offensive weapon. He has been remanded into custody.

Caragh’s family have released a statement in tribute to her:

“We have been devastated by the loss of Caragh, our much-loved daughter, sister and mother.

“We are struggling to come to terms with our loss and the circumstances of her death.

“We would like to thank everyone for their messages of condolence. They are giving us much comfort and we feel greatly supported.

“The family ask for understanding in order to deal with our grief in private at this difficult time.”