A man has admitted to the killing of a mother of three who was discovered deceased in her residence in Portsmouth. Charlie James Jeans, aged 31, changed his plea to guilty during a session at Portsmouth Crown Court on Monday. Samantha Murphy, 32, was found dead at a property on Wadham Road in Portsmouth on June 5, 2025, prompting a police response to the scene following reports of a body on the premises.
After the tragic finding, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary initiated a murder inquiry, leading to the apprehension of two individuals on suspicion of murder. Jeans, residing on Margate Road in Southsea, confessed to the murder of Samantha on the fifth day of his trial. He is now in custody awaiting sentencing at the same court scheduled for June 17.
Following Samantha’s demise, one of her siblings issued a heartfelt tribute on behalf of the family and friends. The tribute describes Samantha as a vibrant and loving individual who brought joy to those around her. It highlights her role as a devoted mother, a source of laughter and light for her siblings, and a cherished aunt. The tribute also underscores Samantha’s kind-hearted nature, love for music and dancing, and the lasting impact she had on her loved ones. The family expresses deep sorrow over the loss of Samantha but finds solace in uniting to support her children, as she would have wished.
The family tribute concludes with messages of love from various family members and friends in remembrance of Samantha’s spirit and the impact she had on those around her.