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Woman jailed for murder and attempted murder in Shepherd's Bush

Samantha Turner died after being stabbed at her home on August 18, her daughter was injured trying to intervene.

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A woman has died and her daughter was injured in a stabbing incident at their home in Shepherd's Bush. Samantha Turner, 52, was found dead at the property on August 18 after suffering multiple stab wounds. Her daughter, Keeley Turner, 32, was also stabbed twice as she tried to intervene in the attack. Ms Turner was taken to hospital for emergency surgery and has since been discharged. She is currently being cared for by relatives.

Fundraising Appeal Launched

A fundraising page set up to support Keeley Turner and cover funeral expenses for her mother has raised more than £4,000. The GoFundMe page was established to help Ms Turner as she resettles with her two young children, aged three and seven, after being unable to return to the family home. Her aunt, Sarah Thompson, expressed the family's devastation and thanked the community for their support.

Emergency services pronounced Samantha Turner dead at the scene at 8.54am on August 18. The Metropolitan Police confirmed that Alan Dore, 48, of Shepherd's Bush, has been charged with murder and attempted murder in connection with the incident. Mr Dore is scheduled to appear at the Old Bailey for a plea hearing on November 9.

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01What happened to Samantha Turner?

Samantha Turner, aged 52, died after being stabbed at her home in Shepherd's Bush on August 18. Emergency services pronounced her dead at the scene.

02Was anyone else injured in the attack?

Yes, Samantha Turner's daughter, Keeley Turner, 32, was stabbed twice while trying to intervene. She has since been discharged from hospital and is recovering with relatives.

03What is the latest on the legal proceedings?

Alan Dore, 48, has been charged with murder and attempted murder. He is due to appear at the Old Bailey for a plea hearing on November 9.

04How much has been raised to support the family?

A GoFundMe page has raised over £4,000 to support Keeley Turner and help cover funeral costs for her mother, Samantha Turner.

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