Grandmother Pronounced Dead at Scene
A 56-year-old man has been charged with murder following the death of a grandmother in Leeds. The incident occurred on Thursday, November 9, when police were called to an address in the Woodhouse area.
West Yorkshire Police responded to reports of a disturbance at a property on Melville Gardens at approximately 9pm. Tragically, 62-year-old Colleen Westerman was pronounced dead at the scene.
Suspect Charged and Appears in Court
Following an investigation, detectives have charged John Bootland, aged 56, with her murder. Bootland, who self-defines as white British and is also of Melville Gardens, has been remanded in custody.
He was due to make his first appearance at Leeds Magistrates' Court to face the charge.
Community Mourns a 'Jolly and Friendly' Neighbour
The local community in the cul-de-sac has been left reeling from the loss. One neighbour, visibly shaken, paid a heartfelt tribute to Ms Westerman.
'I miss her. We just did the Bingo. We were neighbourhood friends,' they said. 'I haven't gotten over the shock yet. In a cul-de-sac, you miss them as you get used to talking. She was right jolly. Very friendly.'
Another resident told Leeds Live: 'She always answered my wave with a smile. We don't see each other as much here. But every time, she would wave back and say "Hi, love".'
Tributes have been left at the scene on Melville Gardens as friends and neighbours come to terms with the tragic event.
