The body of a "beautiful and talented" young woman was discovered in her flat a full year after her death. Charlotte Leader, 23, was found deceased in her flat in Newbury Walk, Bolton, Greater Manchester, during a police welfare check on August 6, Bolton Coroner's Court heard.

Charlotte's mum, Chantay Simm, said that the family had not heard from her daughter since September 2021 and that, despite searching for her, she was "impossible to find". Neighbours also told police they would never see Charlotte leave her home.

Her family paid tribute to her on social media, writing: "Charlotte was a very beautiful and talented young woman. Her many talents were playing the guitar and keyboard and she also had a love for art. She was loved tremendously by the family and will be missed every day",

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