An woman has been charged with the murdering a 62-year-old woman, who police say she knew.

Zaneta Peto, 55, of Charles Street, Enfield - also known as Maria Peto - has been charged with the murder of Efthyia Constantinou at a home in Edmonton.

Peto appeared at Highbury Magistrates’ Court today (November 2) after being arrested in connection with the murder on Friday (October 31).

The Metropolitan Police launched an investigation after a dropped call was made to officers from an address in Westerham Avenue, shortly after 5pm on Thursday (October 30).

When police arrived at the address they found 62-year-old Efthyia suffering "stab injuries".

Despite the efforts of officers and London Ambulance crew, Efthyia was pronounced dead at the scene.

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Detective Chief Inspector Sarah Lee, from the Specialist Crime Command, said: "Our sincerest condolences are offered to Efthyia’s family, friends and the wider community who are so deeply saddened by her death.

"The investigation is at an early stage, but I can confirm that Zaneta was known to the victim and that we are not seeking anyone else in relation to this incident.

"Efthyia’s family continue to be supported by specially trained officers."