Plymouth, England – A 53-year-old man has been charged with the murder of Claire Chick, a university lecturer who was found fatally injured in Plymouth.
Paul Butler, of Stangray Avenue, is due to appear before Plymouth Magistrates’ Court on Monday.
Ms. Chick, a 48-year-old nurse and lecturer at the University of Plymouth, was found seriously injured on West Hoe Road on Wednesday and later succumbed to her injuries.
“We are devastated and broken at the loss of our beautiful caring mother,” Ms. Chick’s family said in a tribute. “She was the most beautiful lively soul and was there for everyone.”
The University of Plymouth expressed its deep sadness at the tragic loss of Ms. Chick. “She was a respected nurse, lecturer, and personal tutor, ensuring students were supported academically and pastorally,” said Vice-Chancellor Prof. Richard Davies.
“As associate head of school for international in our school of nursing and midwifery, she was closely involved in developing nursing programmes, students, and academics in Europe, Africa, and Asia,” Prof. Davies added.
The university community is mourning the loss of Ms. Chick and her contributions to the institution.
