Uncle accused of killing 11-year-old ‘shining star’
THE UNCLE of an 11-year-old schoolgirl has been charged with her murder as the child’s heartbroken father paid tribute to his “shining star”.
Police attend scene of Wolverhampton stabbing
Unemployed Delroy Forrester, 51, was arrested after Jasmine Forrester was found seriously injured at a house in Wolverhampton early on Friday.
She died later in hospital with her family by her side, West Midlands Police said.
Her father Simeon Forrester paid tribute to his daughter, saying “my heart is broken”.
Amid dozens of bunches of flowers from shocked friends and neighbours there was a card entitled, “Loving memories of a special daughter” on which he had written: “My shining star. Things will never be the same, my heart is broken. I will never forget you Jasmine – love, Dad. I will always love you.”
Jasmine was seriously injured at a house in Wolverhampton on Friday, and later died in hospital
A police cordon remains in place outside the semi-detached house where Jasmine suffered her injuries
We are continuing to support Jasmine’s family at this truly tragic time. We are not seeking anyone else in relation to this incident
A police cordon remains in place at the semi-detached house where the girl suffered multiple injuries, including a serious head wound.
The girl’s uncle, from Wolverhampton, has been remanded in custody and is due to appear at Walsall magistrates court later today.
Detective Inspector Ian Wilkins said: “We are continuing to support Jasmine’s family at this truly tragic time. We are not seeking anyone else in relation to this incident, but if anyone has information please contact us.”
The youngster was found just before 1am with injuries, including stab wounds, after neighbours were alerted to a disturbance.
Flowers and messages were left outside the property by shocked friends and neighbours
A post-mortem examination was expected to be carried out.
On Saturday, Jasmine’s father said: “This is a hugely tragic time for our family and the loss we feel is unexplainable.
“We are utterly devastated.”