The silence in the flat at Gerards Court, St Helens, held a grim secret for months. It wasn't until recently that the truth emerged – the body of Delia McInerney, a woman described by those who knew her as vibrant and full of life, lay undiscovered.
Delia, 64 years old, is believed to have died around April of the previous year. The details surrounding her passing remained shrouded in mystery, a quiet tragedy unfolding within the walls of her home.
Those who loved her remember a woman who defied easy categorization. She was a “rebel,” they said, possessing a sharp intellect and a personality that crackled with energy. But beneath the spirited exterior lay a deep well of kindness and a willingness to help anyone in need.
Her sister and friends are now grappling with the weight of loss, remembering a cherished companion whose absence leaves an irreplaceable void. The pain of her passing is compounded by the unsettling circumstances surrounding it.
Merseyside Police have now charged George Gordon, 65, of Gerards Court, with Delia McInerney’s murder. The charges extend beyond this, including three counts of fraud and one of theft, painting a disturbing picture of alleged deception and wrongdoing.
Gordon had previously faced charges related to obstructing justice – specifically, preventing the lawful burial of Delia’s body and hindering the work of the coroner. These initial charges hinted at a deliberate attempt to conceal the truth.
The case is now set to proceed to trial in October, with Gordon scheduled to appear at Liverpool Crown Court on Friday. The upcoming proceedings promise to reveal the full extent of the events that led to Delia McInerney’s death and the subsequent attempts to cover it up.
The community in St Helens is left reeling, grappling with the shock of a murder within their midst and the betrayal of trust that the charges suggest. The pursuit of justice for Delia McInerney is now underway, seeking to bring closure to her loved ones and accountability for those responsible.
