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Tributes to 'beautiful angel' found dead in Smethwick as three men arrested
Tributes have been paid to a woman who was tragically found dead in the Black Country.
Shara Miller was discovered on Woodbourn Road in Smethwick just after 6am on Monday, August 11.
The 41-year-old, who police believe was a sex worker, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
Her loved ones are being supported by specially trained officers, police said.
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Three men aged 29, 31 and 38 have been arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in police custody.
And following the tragedy, tributes to Shara have been posted on social media.
Marie Guerin said: "Beautiful angel. Life cut too soon, hope [her] family find justice"
Michaela Louise Watson wrote: "Shara was a childhood friend of mine, she faced many struggles, she does not deserve this, feel so sad for her mum and brothers."
Toni Sul added: "Nobody deserves to die like this."
"I feel so sad for her family and her friends. I hope whoever did this gets done for life and I mean life not this woke justice we have !! Rest in peace"
KN Macnoodle posted: "Rip young lady fly high amongst the angels my thoughts are with her loved ones xx"
Maria Pittaway wrote: "So sad may she rest in peace my heart goes out to her family and friends."
Heather Obinna said:"Rest peacefully dear, you didn't deserve this. I pray justice will be served."
Following her death, West Midlands Police appealed for anyone with information about her movements before 1am on the day she died to come forward.
Det Ch Insp, Alastair Orencas, said: "We have made some significant progress in our investigation and now have three men in custody.
"However, we still want to hear from anyone who saw Shara or spoke to her in the hours leading up to her death.
"We understand she was involved in sex work around the Soho Road, Birmingham area and believe she may have been driven to Woodburn Road from that location.
"If you have any footage or information, and haven't yet come forward, please contact us."
A spokesperson for the force added on Tuesday, August 12: "Three men have been arrested after a woman was found dead in Smethwick yesterday morning (11 Aug).
"Shara Miller, aged 41, was found off Woodbourn Road just after 6.10am. Tragically, nothing could be done to save her and she was confirmed dead at the scene.
"Her loved ones are being supported by specially trained officers and our thoughts are with them at this awful time.
"Following enquiries, three men, aged 29, 38 and 31 have been arrested on suspicion of murder.
"They remain in custody for questioning.
"We believe Shara was killed in the early hours of the morning at the location where her body was discovered.
"We are asking the public for any information surrounding her movements before 1am.
"Officers are increasing patrols in the area where Shara was found and around Soho Road as reassurance so please do speak to us about any concerns.
"If you'd rather not tell us who you are, but want to help, you can contact independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111."
