The family of a woman who died in a cemetery near Fareham have paid tribute to her.

Ann Blackwood, 71, from Lee-On-The-Solent died after being attacked at Crofton Cemetery in Stubbington on Monday afternoon.

She was pronounced dead at the scene despite the efforts of police and paramedics.

Her family have described her as a “loving, caring, kind-hearted mother and friend”.

A statement issued by police on behalf of her family said: “Her daughter, brothers, their families and all her friends are absolutely devastated by the loss of Ann Blackwood.

“A loving, caring, kind-hearted mother and friend who was very popular in her local community, she was enjoying her retirement with an active lifestyle which included tennis, sailing, cycling and music.” 

Martin Suter, 66, of Portsmouth Road in Lee-On-The-Solent, has been charged with murder.

He's due to appear at Portsmouth Magistrates' Court today.