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Son charged with murdering mother in home

News imageMerseyside Police A close-up photo of an older woman with red hair cut into a bob. She is smiling and standing in a grassy field.Merseyside Police
Phyllis Daly, 70, was described as a "the kindest soul" by her family

A man has been charged with murdering his 70-year-old mother.

Phyllis Daly was discovered with "significant injuries" inside a house on Clent Road, Maghull on 13 July 2025.

Graham Daly, 44, who was arrested on the same day and detained under the Mental Heath Act, has now been charged with murder, Merseyside Police said.

He is due to appear at Merseyside Domestic Violence Remand Court on Friday.

In a tribute, Phyllis Daly's family said they were "absolutely heartbroken and devastated beyond belief" by her death.

"Phyllis was a loving wife and mum with the kindest soul," they added.

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