A 68-YEAR-OLD man is due to appear before crown court charged with the murder of his wife at their house in Clock Face.

Dawn Robertson was found unresponsive inside a house in Cannon Street in Clock Face on Wednesday, November 15.

Paramedics attended but the 62-year-old's death was confirmed.

Stuart Robertson, of the same address, was charged with the murder of Mrs Robertson.

Robertson faced magistrates last week. He was remanded in custody and told he must return to Liverpool Crown Court on Tuesday, November 21 at 9.45am for a pre-trial preparation hearing.

Following Mrs Robertson's death, Detective Chief Inspector Allison Woods, said: “Our thoughts first and foremost are with the woman’s family following this tragic incident.

“If you witnessed this incident or heard anything suspicious, then please get in touch with us so we can continue our enquiries.”