The family of a woman who died following an incident in Leicestershire has paid tribute, describing her as an "amazing woman who everyone loved".

Ellen Cook, 72, died following an incident in Biddle Road, Littlethorpe, on Sunday evening (May 11). 

Police were called to the area where Mrs Cook was found injured in the street.

Sadly, Mrs Cook was later pronounced deceased at the scene. 

Daniel Cook, 39, of Atkinson Road, Ashby, has been charged with the murder of Mrs Cook. He has been remanded into custody.

Paying tribute today (Thursday), Mrs Cook's family said: "Ellen was an amazing woman who everyone loved. 

"Words cannot express how much her family loved her.

"She was a wonderful woman, so positive, and she saw the best in everyone and everything. 

"She always put others before herself and the family will miss her forever."

Leicestershire Police says the family has asked for privacy at this time.