Police launched a murder investigation following the death of Annabel Rook at a home in Hackney, East London last Tuesday – her family said she was a ‘truly wonderful woman’
The family of a woman who was found stabbed to death in a burnt-out home have paid tribute to their ‘beautiful’ daughter.
Police have launched a murder investigation following the death of 46-year-old Annabel Rook at a home in Hackney, East London last Tuesday. Officers attended the scene along with paramedics and firefighters after recieving reports at 4.47am of a gas explosion, but Annabel was declared dead at the scene. A 44-year-old man was arrested at the address on suspicion of murder. He was later discharged and released into police custody. In a tribute released today, Annabel’s family said: “The family are struggling to come to terms with this terrible tragedy.
“We have lost our beautiful daughter, sister, friend and mother. Annabel was a truly wonderful woman. She touched the hearts of so many.
“She gave her life to helping the vulnerable and the disadvantaged whether it was in refugee camps in Africa or setting up MamaSuze in London, to enhance the lives of survivors of forced displacement and gender-based violence.”
A statement from the Metropolitan Police added: “Detectives from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command are leading the investigation.
“Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call police on 101 quoting CAD 926/17June or to remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”