Amy Doherty, 28, was found seriously injured at a property in Derry last Saturday and later died in hospital. Connor McNamee, 30, appeared in court, charged with Amy Doherty's murder, possession of an offensive weapon (a kitchen knife), and possession of a class A controlled drug (cocaine). He was remanded in custody and is next due to appear in court on 23 April.
Amy Doherty's funeral was held on Thursday, and thousands gathered for a vigil to honour her on Friday evening. Amy Doherty was described as a devoted mother to her two children and a dedicated carer in her professional life. The issue of violence against women and girls has dominated political discussions in Northern Ireland this week.
The exact cause of Amy Doherty's death and the specific evidence leading to the charges have not been disclosed by authorities. The relationship between Connor McNamee and Amy Doherty and details of the police investigation into the incident have not been confirmed. Concrete actions being proposed by politicians remain unclear.