Woman who died in Warrington stabbing named

A murder investigation has been launched

Author: Harry BoothPublished 22nd Oct 2025

A woman who died after being stabbed in Warrington has been named by police.

Michele Kennedy, 55, was found with serious injuries inside a house on Manchester Road in Woolston just after 4pm on Monday 13 October.

She passed away five days later in hospital - her family are being supported by specially trained officers.

A preliminary post-mortem examination has indicated that she died as a result of stab wounds.

A murder investigation has been launched and a 61-year-old man remains in custody.

Gavin Shaw was previously charged with attempted murder and appeared at Warrington Magistrates' Court last week.

He's due to appear at Chester Crown Court next month.

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