A WOMAN has raised cash to help a survivors' support charity - in honour of her mother, who it's thought was murdered by her partner two years ago.

Lucy Corrie from Frizington organised an event for her late mother Shelly Clark on Saturday, July 9, at Frizington Legion and has raised £920 for the charity Victim Support.

Victim Support has been helping Lucy ever since her mother passed away and her family, friends and neighbours all came together to help her reach her fundraising goal.

The event showcased musical entertainment and performances from singers Jenny Ball and Amy Morten. There was also a charity raffle to add to Lucy’s fundraising efforts.

According to Lucy, she wanted to raise money in an attempt to increase awareness for domestic abuse and domestic homicide, and to try to stop what happened to her mum happening to others.

Miss Corrie said: "I hope that other people experiencing domestic abuse know that they are not alone, and there are services and support out there.

"Victim Support were a lifeline for me the weeks following my mum’s passing. My caseworker was a huge support, and made me feel like I always had someone to talk to about what I was going through.

"I hope that the money raised will help Victim Support continue their work to help others who have experienced or are still experiencing the effects of crime."

Shelly Clark died on July 16, 2020. A man accused of her murder, Trevor Green, 44, died in Durham prison before the case could come to trial.

Ellen Milazzo, head of the National Homicide Service at Victim Support added: "We’re extremely grateful to Lucy for organising this fantastic event and raising £920 for our homicide service.

"This fundraiser was a great way to pay tribute to Lucy’s mum Shelly, and raise awareness of the tragic impact of domestic homicide and the support services on offer for those in similarly difficult circumstances.

"Our National Homicide Service is a vital support for many people suffering from the consequences of murder and manslaughter up and down the country. Our frontline workers see first-hand the devastating effects that homicide can have on people’s lives.

"Therefore, we know how important it is to have round the clock access to support in the aftermath of such destructive and traumatic events."

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