By Fatma Younis
A 45-year-old man has pleaded guilty to the murder of a woman in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, police have confirmed.
Guilty plea at Oxford Crown Court
Nelio Gouveia admitted to a single count of murder during an appearance at Oxford Crown Court on Thursday, according to Thames Valley Police. He has been remanded in custody and is due to be sentenced at the same court on 20 November.
Victim identified
The victim, 44-year-old Jennifer Symonds, was found dead at Phyllis Court Drive on 6 March. A post-mortem examination determined she died from drowning. Gouveia and Symonds were known to each other, and Gouveia previously lived at the same address, which is also home to the Phyllis Court private members' club on the River Thames.
Police statement
Detective Inspector Rob Underhill of the Thames Valley Police Major Crime Unit described Gouveia's actions as heinous and welcomed the guilty plea. He emphasized the force's commitment to investigating violence against women and girls and encouraged victims to seek support from specially trained officers.
