THE heartbroken family of a "truly beautiful" nurse, 22, who was found dead last week with her Channel 4 star boyfriend have issued an emotional tribute. Lauren Evans , from Bridgend, in South Wales , was tragically discovered lifeless alongside Daniel Duffield in Hednesford, Cannock on June 25. The Channel 4 star and his girlfriend were found in the property, on Alpine Drive, by paramedics at around 12.
30pm. Cops have since launched a murder probe into the couple's death. Following the launch of our investigation and enquiries conducted by our Major Investigations team, we are treating Lauren’s death as a murder In a moving tribute, Lauren's devastated family said: “On June 25, 2024 we tragically, prematurely and unnecessarily had our beautiful daughter Lauren taken from us at the tender age of 22.
"Lauren was truly beautiful inside and out and will forever be in our memories. "She was adored by her parents, younger sister, grandparents, family and friends because she was a gorgeous, soft natured, sweet girl whose smile would brighten even the darkest of days. “Lauren’s thoughtful, caring and loving nature made her endearing to so many during her short life and she had so much more love to give and smiles to share with family and friends in the future.
"Lauren loved our family dog Poppy, and her little puppy Milly, with the two of them forming such a strong mutual bond in only the short time they sadly had together. Our enquiries into a murder investigation in Hednes.