Man charged with murder over death of ‘wonderful’ mum in gas explosion

A man has been charged with the murder of Annabel Rook, a 46-year-old human rights lawyer, who was found fatally stabbed at her Hackney home following a gas explosion on June 17. Rook, a mother of two, was dedicated to helping vulnerable populations, and her family described her as a “truly wonderful” woman, asking for privacy during this tragic time.

Need More Context? 🔎