A quiet Westminster street has become the centre of a murder investigation after a woman was charged with killing her own mother in what authorities are calling a devastating domestic tragedy.
Thirty-one-year-old Anita Rupasinghe now faces murder charges following the death of her 61-year-old mother, Kamaladevi Rupasinghe, at their family home in Westminster. The Metropolitan Police were called to the residential address late last week after concerns were raised about the occupants' welfare.
Police Response and Investigation
Emergency services arrived at the scene to discover Kamaladevi with significant injuries. Despite paramedics' efforts, she was pronounced dead at the location. Forensic teams have been conducting extensive examinations of the property while detectives continue their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death.
A Metropolitan Police spokesperson confirmed: 'We were called to a residential address in Westminster following concerns for the welfare of the occupants. Officers attended and found a 61-year-old woman with injuries. Sadly, she was pronounced dead at the scene.'
Court Proceedings Begin
Anita Rupasinghe appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Saturday, where the murder charge was formally presented. The defendant has been remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear at the Old Bailey for a subsequent hearing.
The case has sent shockwaves through the local community, with neighbours expressing disbelief that such a tragedy could occur in their midst. One resident, who wished to remain anonymous, described the family as 'quiet and keeping to themselves.'
Ongoing Police Work
Detectives from the Metropolitan Police's Specialist Crime Command continue to investigate the incident and are appealing for anyone with information to come forward. A police cordon remained in place around the property for several days as forensic experts conducted their examination.
The death marks another tragic case of domestic violence in the capital, raising concerns about support systems for families in crisis. Support services have emphasised the importance of reaching out for help when domestic situations escalate.
