Man charged in Shoreham murder investigation

By Sam Pole
Published 26th Oct 2022, 17:39 BST
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A man has been charged in relation to a murder investigation in Shoreham.

Police attended Northbourne Close just after 12.40pm on Monday, October 24 following reports a woman had been seriously assaulted inside a property.

Upon arrival, officers found Deborah Gumbrell, 59, unconscious and despite the best efforts of paramedics, she was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

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Her next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers at this time.

Upon arrival, officers found Deborah Gumbrell, 59, unconscious and despite the best efforts of paramedics, she was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.Upon arrival, officers found Deborah Gumbrell, 59, unconscious and despite the best efforts of paramedics, she was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
Upon arrival, officers found Deborah Gumbrell, 59, unconscious and despite the best efforts of paramedics, she was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

Detectives launched a murder investigation and swiftly arrested a man on suspicion of murder.

James Gumbrell, 64, of Northbourne Close, Shoreham, has subsequently been charged with the offence and appeared before Crawley Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday (October 26).

He has been remanded in custody and will appear before Lewes Crown Court on Friday, October 28.

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Officers are still keen to hear from anyone with information which could help them with the investigation.

A man has been charged in relation to a murder investigation in Shoreham. Pic by Eddie MitchellA man has been charged in relation to a murder investigation in Shoreham. Pic by Eddie Mitchell
A man has been charged in relation to a murder investigation in Shoreham. Pic by Eddie Mitchell

That information can be reported to police online or by calling 101 quoting Operation Terrace.

Alternatively, information can be passed to police anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.