Town councillors say the death of Becky Parker “is a shock for the people of Burnham”.

Pregnant mum-of-two Becky, 23, died on Friday after she was strangled.

Although he did not know Becky, mayor Ron Pratt sad: “It’s very sad and I feel for the family.

“It’s a shock for the people of Burnham. It’s a dreadful thing to happen. She had her life ahead of her and everything to live for."

Town councillor Helen Elliott added: “It’s absolutely tragic."