A mum found dead in her own home was described as "one in a million" in loving tributes left at the scene.
Lorraine Cullen died from multiple stab wounds at her home on Radway Road, Huyton, on Wednesday, May 11. A 21-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder a short time later on York Road, just a short drive away.
He has since been detained under the Mental Health Act and police are not currently looking for anyone else in connection with the incident. Forensics remain on Radway Road today where a white tent has been erected in the front garden of a house.
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A sea of floral tributes, balloons and banners have been left on the corner of the road in memory of the 43-year-old mum, who had lived in the area for a number of years.
One tribute said: "Will miss your smile + your voice always!! "
"Can't believe I'm never going to see you or hear your voice again. You were one in a million."
Another said: "RIP Lorraine. Love and miss you always xxx"
Merseyside Police said on Thursday a post mortem has now taken place and confirmed the cause of Lorraine's death as multiple stab wounds.
Detective Chief Inspector Allison Woods: “Members of Lorraine’s family are being supported by specialist officers following the tragic incident on Radway Road yesterday and we offer our sincere condolences. I’d like to thank the local community for their patience while our officers remain at scenes on Radway Road and York Road as we carry out vital forensic enquiries.
“A man has been detained under the Mental Health Act following Lorraine’s murder and, while we aren’t currently looking for anyone else in connection with the incident, our enquires remain ongoing. If anyone witnessed anything yesterday morning and hasn’t already come forward then please do get in touch with us.
“I’d also ask that anyone with information only provides it via our channels, or through Crimestoppers, and doesn’t comment on social media platforms as this can jeopardise our investigation. Thank you.”
Anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has information which could help us with our investigation, is asked to DM @MerPolCC, message ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre on Facebook’ or call 101 with reference 22000322022.
You can also call Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555 111, or their online form at https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/forms/give-information-anonymously.
