Man in court charged with New Year's Eve murder

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Janet Bowen was found dead at Maple Gardens in Yateley

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A 34-year-old man has appeared in court charged with the murder of a 65-year-old woman on New Year's Eve.

Michael Bowen, of Maple Gardens, Yateley, appeared at Southampton Magistrates' Court accused of killing Janet Bowen.

Police had been called at about 09:40 GMT on Wednesday after receiving a report she had been found dead at the address.

Mr Bowen was remanded in custody to appear at Winchester Crown Court on Monday.

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