Tributes have been paid this afternoon (Wednesday) to a young mum whose body was found in woodland.

Amelia Arnold, 19, was found dead and her ex-boyfriend Jack Wall has been charged with her murder.

Miss Arnold’s mother Amanda said: “You gave us joy for most of your short life, you made us laugh, you loved to dance and sing from a young age, always the entertainer, our little star.

“I will hold our biggest shared memory together of the day your little girl entered the world and I was there, she is a credit to you.

“A beautiful happy darling girl who will be looked after and loved with you looking down on her, you are a fantastic mummy.

“We love you and will always remember the fun times rest in peace my sweet child.”

Her father Laurence added: “A beautiful young mother, very much loved and cared for by the people who really cared.

“She was one of a kind, always centre of attention, very funny and an entertainer.

“She loved and cherished her baby.

“Unfortunately her life was tragically taken. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends.

“She has touched a lot of hearts in her lifetime, and shall I’m sure be held forever in the hearts of those people.

“Loved by many, will be remembered by many and will live on for all our lives.

“Love you forever Amelia.”

*Wall, 22, of Hadrians Walk, Stevenage has been remanded in custody.