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Teen charged with murder of Keeley Bunker, 20, after body discovered in woods

A 19-year-old man has been remanded in custody charged with murdering a young woman whose body was discovered in woodland in Staffordshire.

Wesley Streete, of no fixed address, is alleged to have murdered on Thursday last week.

The 20-year-old was pronounced dead at about 9pm on Thursday after paramedics were called to the scene near Roman Way, Tamworth.

Streete did not enter a formal plea during a two-minute hearing at North Staffordshire Justice Centre , but his solicitor indicated to the court that the charge was denied.

Magistrates ordered Streete, who gave his nationality as British and was assisted by an intermediary in the dock, to appear at Stafford Crown Court for a further hearing on Wednesday.

During Monday's hearing, his solicitor Jason Holt told the court: "I indicate that the allegation is denied.

"Mr Streete is aware there is no application for bail at this court and that he will appear at Stafford on Wednesday."

Wesley Streete at North Staffordshire Justice Centre where he was charged with murder (Adam Hughes / SWNS)

In a statement released through Staffordshire Police, Keeley's family said: "We, the family of Keeley Bunker, are devastated at her death and we request that we are given time to allow us to grieve privately."

A GoFundMe page set up to meet the costs of Keeley's funeral has so far raised more than £9,000.

A message posted on the GoFundMe site thanking people for their support read: "Keeley our wonderful sister, daughter, best friend was taken from us Thursday 19th September 2019.

"Anyone that knows her knows her to be the one of the most vibrant, caring and beautiful souls this earth has ever seen."

Staffordshire Police has confirmed that a post-mortem examination has taken place but further tests are required.

The force said it was aware that fake GoFundMe pages had been set up. The family's page can be found here .

The body of tragic 20-year-old Keeley Bunker was found on Thursday night (Birmingham Live)

Floral tributes were laid at the scene on Friday afternoon as friends addressed heartfelt messages to the young woman, with one giving her the nickname "Bunker Face".

One message left at the scene read: "Keeley, sending you all my love, you will be missed by all."

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