The family of a woman and two children found dead in a flat after a suspected triple murder have paid tribute to them.
Police were called to the address in Luton, Bedfordshire, at around 5.30am on Friday, following reports of shots being fired.
Three bodies were found at that scene and while formal identification is yet to take place, they are believed to be those of Juliana Prosper, 48, Kyle Prosper, 16, and 13-year-old Giselle Prosper.
Kyle and Giselles older brother, Nicholas Prosper, 18, has been charged with murder, firearms offences, and possession of a bladed article. He is due in court tomorrow.
Paying tribute to each of the three victims, the family said today: Julie was a strong, loving mother to her four beautiful children, who were her absolute world.
Tributes have been paid to Kyle, 16 (left), mother Juliana (middle), 48, and Giselle (right) Prosper, 13, pictured left to right, who were found dead in a flat in Luton, Bedfordshire
Police suspect they were killed in a triple murder. Officers were called to a block of flats at Leabank, in Lutons, Beds, at around 5.30am on Friday, following reports of concerns for welfare
Floral tributes were laid at Leabank in Luton, Bedfordshire, where the suspected triple murder took place
Nicholas Prosper, 18, was arrested on Friday after police raced to the block of flats in Luton, Bedfordshire, following reports of shots being fired
In her spare time, she was a keen athlete and enjoyed raising money for charity - she was always putting others first.
Kyle was a kind and funny young man who loved football and boxing.
He was creative and thriving on TikTok, a big talent with massive potential. Kyles friends were his everything.
Giselle was a beautiful soul and caring young girl; she liked to laugh lots and loved her family and big brothers.
She was so loveable with an infectious smile. She was also an exceptional pupil at school and was loved dearly by her friends in Year 9.
The family have also thanked their loved ones and the wider community for their support over the past few days.
They added: We are so grateful for all the support weve received from our family, friends, and the community, and we appreciate all your kind messages.
Wed also like to thank the police for their efforts and handling of the investigation.
As we navigate this difficult time, we kindly ask for our privacy to be respected to allow us to grieve.
Family paid tribute to Juliana, the mother of Nicholas, saying: Julie was a strong, loving mother to her four beautiful children, who were her absolute world
Giselle Prospers family said she was a beautiful soul and caring young girl; she liked to laugh lots and loved her family and big brothers
A tribute to Kyle Prosper said: Kyle was a kind and funny young man who loved football and boxing. He was creative and thriving on TikTok, a big talent with massive potential. Kyles friends were his everything
One local resident, Kelly, said she was visiting a friend at the flats next door to the triple murder investigation on Friday and immediately knew there had been a death.
She said: Its hurtful. Marsh Farm already has a very bad reputation and people are trying to make the best of what their given.
Then you have people who are clearly struggling and dont know how to cope and things like this happen.
Nicholas Prosper, 18, of Leabank, Luton, has been charged with murder, firearms offences, and possession of a bladed article in connection with the incident.
Prosper has been remanded into custody ahead of an appearance at Luton Crown Court on Wednesday.