Tribute to 'kind, selfless and loyal' mother killed in Northamptonshire village
The family of a woman who was killed in Chelveston have described her as ‘deeply loved’ and a ‘devoted mother’.
Helen Bird, aged 47, was seriously injured following an incident on the morning of Monday, February 2, inside a house in High Street, Chelveston.
She was taken to hospital but sadly died eight days later.
A murder investigation was launched as a result, and James Daniel Bird, aged 50, of High Street, Chelveston, has been charged in connection with the incident.


Now, Helen’s family have written a moving tribute to her, which details the loss of a wonderful woman who had everything to live for.
“Helen was a deeply loved daughter, devoted mother of two, sister and friend.
“She was kind, selfless and loyal to her family, with her children always at the centre of her world.
“Helen’s warmth, compassion and quiet strength touched everyone who knew her.
“We are devastated by her loss and immensely proud of the woman she was.
“We respectfully ask that our privacy is honoured as we try to come to terms with this heartbreaking loss, and we are grateful for the support shown to us at this difficult time.
“Helen will always be loved and forever remembered.”