Man charged with murder of 77 year old woman in Stockton
A Stockton man's been charged with the murder of a woman in her 70s, in the early hours of Mother's Day
Last updated 18th Mar 2026
A Stockton man's been charged with the murder of a woman in her 70s, in the early hours of Mother's Day.
Police were called to an address on Hillcrest Avenue, Stockton, shortly before 1am on Sunday 15th March, where a 77-year-old woman was sadly found deceased inside of the premises.
Her next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
78-year-old Michael Wall, of Hillcrest Avenue, Stockton, was arrested and has now been charged with murder.
He appeared before Teesside Magistrates’ Court this morning, Wednesday 18th March, and was remanded until his next appearance at Teesside Crown Court tomorrow, Thursday 19th March.