Eleanor O'Dell, 33, was found dead at her home in Llandudno, North Wales, with multiple stab wounds, an inquest has heard. She was pronounced dead at 8.30pm on October 3 by a paramedic and formally identified by police using her driving licence and tattoo evidence.
Inquest and charges
Kate Robertson, assistant coroner for North Wales, adjourned the hearing pending the results of criminal proceedings. Christopher Ellis, 36, of no fixed address, has been charged with Eleanor's murder and appeared at Caernarfon Crown Court last week via video link, speaking only to confirm his name. His Honour Judge Thomas set a trial date at Mold Crown Court for April 19, expected to last up to two weeks.
Appeal for witnesses
The seaside town was full of trick-or-treaters at the time of Eleanor's death. Police urged anyone who was out trick-or-treating with children or celebrating Halloween in the area between 19:00 and 20:30 to contact them. Senior investigating officer Det Insp Rob Mahoney said: 'You may have seen or heard something, or have dashcam or mobile phone footage that could assist our inquiries.'
In a tribute, Eleanor's family said: 'Eleanor was gentle by nature and a ray of sunshine to all. Our worlds have been crushed by the loss of our beautiful girl. She has been taken from us and our hearts are truly broken. We appreciate all the love she has received, and we are thankful for all the words of support.'
