Man charged with murder of partner in Wanstead
Kevin Bramley faces charges including murder, sexual assault, and coercive behaviour following the death of Lorena Ciupeanu in November 2022.
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A 68-year-old man has been charged with murder in connection with the death of his partner in Wanstead. Kevin Bramley was arrested on Thursday and subsequently charged with multiple offences.
Lorena Ciupeanu, 28, was discovered unresponsive on 4 November 2022. She was taken to Whipps Cross Hospital in Leytonstone, where she died on 5 November 2022. The Metropolitan Police confirmed Bramley's arrest on Thursday on suspicion of murder.
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Bramley, who was in a relationship with Ms Ciupeanu at the time of her death, was charged on Thursday with murder, sexual assault, coercive and controlling behaviour, and causing actual bodily harm. The charges were reported by The Standard.
He is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Friday. The case involves events from November 2022, with Ms Ciupeanu's death occurring shortly after she was found unresponsive.
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+Who has been charged with murder?
Kevin Bramley, 68, has been charged with the murder of his partner, 28-year-old Lorena Ciupeanu. He faces additional charges related to sexual assault, coercive behaviour, and actual bodily harm.
+When did Lorena Ciupeanu die?
Lorena Ciupeanu was found unresponsive on 4 November 2022 and died the following day, 5 November 2022. She was taken to Whipps Cross Hospital in Leytonstone before her death.
+What happens next with the case?
Kevin Bramley is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Friday. The charges against him include murder, sexual assault, coercive and controlling behaviour, and causing actual bodily harm.
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