British pensioner (88) charged over murder of wife (83)

Philip Williamson arrested following discovery of body of Josephine Williamson

Philip Williamson has been remanded in custody to appear at Reading Magistrates’ Court at a later date.

An 88-year-old man has been charged in connection with the murder of his wife.

Retired vet Philip Williamson was arrested following the discovery of the body of 83-year-old Josephine Williamson at their home in Lower Earley – a suburb of Reading in Berkshire, England on November 21st last year.

Mr Williamson was taken to hospital also suffering from stomach injuries.

A Thames Valley Police spokesman said Mr Williamson had been remanded in custody to appear at Reading Magistrates’ Court later.