16-05-2025
Man denies axe murder of Bexhill woman in her home
A man has denied murdering a woman known to him in her Sussex home with an Excell, 48, pleaded not guilty to killing Rita Lambourne, 58, at her home in Bayencourt South in Bexhill late on 12 Lambourne, described by family as a "much loved member of the community", died as a result of multiple chest injuries, an inquest into her death Excell, who also pleaded not guilty to possessing an axe, will appear at trial in August following a hearing at Hove Crown Court today.
In a statement, her family said: "Rita was a much loved member of the community and was adored by her family and friends."Rita's family would be extremely grateful for any information that can be offered, and would like to request privacy at this difficult time."A 39-year-old woman from Bexhill arrested on suspicion of murder and a 32-year-old man from Bexhill arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender have been released with no further Police previously said all were known to each with information is urged to contact the force.
