A 55-year-old man, Lawrence Robert Whayman of Alney Terrace, Gloucester, has been charged with the murder of an 80-year-old man. The incident occurred on the evening of Thursday, July 2.
Emergency services responded to reports of an injured man at a property on Alney Terrace around 9 p.m. Upon arrival, the elderly victim was found with suspected stab wounds and was immediately taken to Gloucestershire Royal Hospital. Unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries shortly after admission.
Lawrence Whayman is scheduled to appear at Cheltenham Magistrates' Court this morning, Saturday, July 4. Police have maintained a presence at the scene throughout the weekend as the investigation continues.
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Authorities have confirmed that the victim’s next of kin have been notified.