The cause of death of a 74-year-old woman who was found dead at her home in Forest Gate has been revealed, as her son has been charged with her murder.
Angela Lalo Clayton was declared dead shortly before 1pm on February 17 at her home on St George's Square.
Richard Clayton, her 44-year-old son, has been charged with her murder.
On Friday (February 27) an inquest was opened into Angela's death.
Senior Coroner Graeme Irvine said a post-mortem investigation gave Angela's cause of death as manual compression of the neck.
A Murder investigation launched in Newham by @metpoliceuk following the death of a 74-year-old woman yesterday. A 44 year old male has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
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The inquest will be adjourned for the police investigation and prosecution to take primacy.
A police spokesperson said Angela's next of kin are being supported by specialist officers.
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