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One man has been charged after the death of a 23-year-old student nottingham,
Detectives began investigating after Stephanie Irons was found dead by emergency services on Tuesday, with officers called to an address on Westdale Lane West. Mapperley10:07 pm.
Adedapo Adegbola, 40, of Woodborough Road, Mapperley, who is believed to be an acquaintance of the victim, was arrested on Wednesday, and charged with murder on Friday – he was due to appear at Nottingham Magistrates Court on Saturday.
A 40-year-old woman arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender has been released with strict bail conditions.
Stephanie – known as Steph to her family and friends – was about to apply for a doctorate in clinical psychology. Her family have paid tribute to their “bright young star”, saying: “Steph’s smile and laugh were so infectious that she lit up any room she walked into.
“She was a beautiful, loving and caring daughter, sister, niece, cousin and friend. She had compassion for others and always saw the good in everyone.
“She had a big heart and she wore it on her sleeve.
“Her ambition to become a psychologist was well underway after earning both a degree and a master’s in clinical psychology. After gaining experience, she was going to apply for a doctorate in clinical psychology.
“Our bright young star has had her future taken away and although we cannot understand what has happened, she will always be with us.”
Detective Inspector Stuart Barson, the senior investigating officer of the investigation, said specially trained officers are providing support to Steph’s family and friends, who have asked for privacy.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Crimestoppers by calling 101, quoting incident 677 of 21 October 2025, or anonymously on 0800 555 111.