‘One of a kind’ mother dies after being found unconscious in alleyway by school

A man has been charged with murder after a ‘much-loved’ mother was found dead with head injuries near to a primary school.

Paris Kendall, 36, was discovered on Keighley Road in Halifax shortly before 1.33pm. Officers pronounced her dead at the scene.

Her family released a picture of her alongside a tribute to their ‘much-loved mother, daughter and member of our family’.

They added: ‘We have been left absolutely devastated by her loss. 

‘We want to thank all those who have paid such kind tributes to Paris, as they are a source of comfort at what is an awful time.  

‘We would now respectfully ask for privacy in the days ahead, as we continue to grieve.’

One family member posted on Facebook: ‘Our Paris.

‘No words at all, my beautiful big cousin, you did not deserve this. Rest in peace.’

Another posted: ‘This world’s a horrible place and the people in it are even worse.

‘Hope your mum’s found you up there and giving you the biggest cuddle.

‘You were one of a kind and your babies will remember you.’

Officers have charged Lee Taylor, from Halifax, with Paris’ murder.

He was due to appear before Leeds Magistrates Court on Saturday.

Police have taped off a stretch of footpath near Moorside Primary School on Keighley Road.

DCI Tom Levitt, who is leading the case, said earlier: ‘Clearly any such incident will cause shock in communities and officers from the Valley NPT are conducting reassurance patrols in the area today and speaking with community partners.

‘I can advise officers are not looking for anyone else in connection with the case, and we continue to support the victim’s relatives.’

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