A family has paid tribute to a “much-loved” mother and grandmother after a man was charged with murdering her.

Police have charged Anthony Hoey over the death of Frances Dwyer, 48, who was found dead in Tile Cross, Malwich, on Saturday, March 30 at a property on Mulwych Road.

Her family, including her mum, two daughters and grandchildren, paid tribute and said: “My Fran, you will be missed so much. We don’t know how we would live without you.

“A beloved daughter, mother, grandma, sister, aunt, mother-in-law and friend. Heaven was blessed with the most beautiful angel.

“You are missed by all your family and friends. We love you forever and ever.”

Others paid tribute to Ms Dwyer online.

Gail Walsh commented: “So sad, I will always remember Fran’s fun and laughter and thinking of you all.”

Hoy, 49, of Hall Road, Handsworth, was arrested on Saturday night and is due to appear at Birmingham Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday.

He was also charged with theft, aggravated vehicle taking and operating a motor vehicle taken without the owner’s consent.

A spokesman for West Midlands Police said: “Ms Dwyer’s family are being supported and kept updated. Our thoughts are with them at this terrible time.”