First picture of 'lovely' woman who died in Inverness 'double stabbing'

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5 days ago

Miriam Macdonald, 51, from Inverness, died from her injuries at Raigmore Hospital on Monday.
A woman who died in hospital following a 'double stabbing' in Inverness has been named locally as Miriam Macdonald.
The 51-year-old was one of two people were rushed to hospital with serious injuries on Sunday, June 1, after officers were called to Craigton Avenue in the city at around 7.30pm.
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Miriam and a 55-year-old man, who is understood to be her husband, Ian Macdonald, were both taken to Raigmore Hospital to be treated for horror wounds.
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A 30-year-old was later arrested for the attempted murder of the couple. However, police confirmed on Tuesday that he has been charged in connection with Miriam's death after she died later on Monday for her injuries in hospital.
Tributes have been paid to Miriam with the local community describing both Ian and Miriam as a "lovely couple".
One person commenting on social media, said: "This has saddened the whole neighborhood. A quiet, loving family, our thoughts are with them all through this heartbreaking situation."
Another said: "Condolences to all family and friends at such a heartbreaking time, Miriam was always pleasant and smiling."
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One woman commented: "RIP in peace Miriam devastating for all the loved ones, such a lovely lady, never forget your laugh."
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"So sad," one man wrote. "Such a lovely couple. Thoughts are with Ian and the wider family. RIP Miriam."
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While another added: "Tragic thoughts with my cousin Barbara and family RIP Miriam so sad."
Police have said the incident was contained and officers are not looking for anyone else in connection.
Forensics were spotted on Craigton Avenue combing outside a property searching for clues on Monday. Multiple police cars were spotted on Sunday in attendance at the scene.
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A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "A 30-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the death of a woman in Inverness.
"Around 7.30pm on Sunday, 1 June, 2025, we were called to Craigton Avenue in the city after reports of two injured people at a property.
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"The injured man, aged 55, and woman, aged 51, were taken to Raigmore Hospital to be treated for serious injuries.
"On Monday, 2 June, the 30-year-old was charged in connection with the attempted murder of the two injured people.
"The woman died in hospital later that day and the 30-year-old man has now been charged in connection with her death.
"He is expected to appear at Inverness Sheriff Court on Tuesday, 3 June."