Man charged with model’s murder

Wednesday 12th November 2008, 8:46AM GMT.

wd3131872amy-leigh-barnes.jpgA man has been charged with the murder of a teenage model who was stabbed at her Bolton home.

Amy Barnes, 19, was found by police at her home in Farnworth, Greater Manchester, on Saturday morning. She died later in hospital.

Ricardo Morrison, 21, formerly of Birmingham, has now been charged with her murder.

Greater Manchester Police said he was due to appear before Bolton Magistrates’ Court this morning.

More than 2,500 people, including West Bromwich Albion striker Ishmail Miller, have joined a Facebook group set up in tribute to her.



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