Julianna Prosper, 48, was found dead in her Luton flat on Friday morning. A friend of the victim said the mother was a “positive person” who “lived for her children”
A 48-year-old mother tragically found dead with two teenagers in a Bedfordshire property is pictured for the first time as heartbroken friends pay their final respects.
Julianna Prosper was found dead alongside 16-year-old Kyle Prosper and 13-year-old Giselle Prosper at about 5.30am on Friday morning in an apartment in Leebank, Luton. Bedfordshire Police arrested 18-year-old Nicholas Prosper and charged him with murder after the victims’ bodies were discovered. Police said he was also charged with “several weapons offences”.
Juliana’s friends said she “lived for her children” and described her as “a positive person who will be sorely missed”. Yesterday Gisele’s school paid tribute to the teenager, describing her as an “exemplary student” and a “beautiful soul”.
Lee Manor High School principal Jess Passer said in a statement to the community that they were devastated by the loss of student Gisele Prosper. Gisele had a beautiful heart and was an exemplary student. She excelled in all her subjects and will be greatly missed, especially by her friends in Year 9.
“Lee Manor High School will be open as usual on Monday and specialist grief counsellors will be providing further support to students and staff at this difficult time. “We all need time to process what has happened. Our hearts go out to everyone affected in our community and in our neighboring schools.”
Kyle Prosper’s school called the incident “devastating” and sent its “heartfelt wishes” to his family. Cardinal Newman Catholic School said in a statement: “We are shocked by the tragic incident that occurred in our community on Friday and are deeply saddened by the loss of one of our students, Kyle Prosper.”
“This is devastating news for all who knew and loved Kyle and it will take time to come to terms with the deep loss. We have already sent important information to parents outlining the support we will provide to our students as they return to school on Monday.
“We know this will be a difficult time for our students and staff and we will do everything we can to support them with love and compassion. Our hearts go out to Kyle’s family, his friends, who have suffered an immeasurable loss, and to the local school district who are dealing with their own loss. We pray for the repose of the souls of those lost in this tragic incident.”
Flowers were placed outside the apartment where the bodies were found. A note found at the scene addressed to the three victims read: “Just a pain. Rest in peace. We will never forget you.” God has decided to give you all space and love. Our hearts are broken
God bless you all until we meet again,” “Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time,” and “Always and forever in our hearts” were among the messages. Detective Superintendent Rob Hall, of Bedfordshire Police, Bedfordshire.
Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Serious Crime Unit, said in a statement on Saturday: “No formal identification has yet taken place but next of kin of those believed to have died have been informed and they are being cared for by specialist staff. We ask that you respect our customers’ privacy at this unimaginably difficult time.
“Following the discovery of the three bodies yesterday we immediately sent several officers to the scene. Shortly afterwards police arrested an 18-year-old man who has now been charged with triple murder and several weapons offences.
“I would like to commend all the officers who have been involved in this investigation so far, particularly the officers who were first on the scene and faced such a horrific situation, and who have worked day and night to uncover the details of these tragic deaths.
“Officers will remain at the scene over the next few days as inquiries continue and we will also be deploying additional officers to reassure the public at this difficult time.” Luton Magistrates’ Court on Monday.