A mother has admitted killing her seven-year-old son in Pembrokeshire as she appeared in court today (November 22).

Papaipit Linse, of Haverfordwest, entered a guilty plea to manslaughter by diminished responsibility at Swansea Crown Court.

The 43-year-old had been charged with murder following the death of her seven-year-old son Louis Linse in January, which she denied.

The court heard how Dyfed-Powys Police were called to an address in Market Street, Haverfordwest, at just before 10.45am on Wednesday, January 10. Linse had herself called emergency services to report the death of her son, who was found in bed. He was pronounced deceased shortly after.

Linse was arrested immediately, and charged with murder. A guilty plea to manslaughter with diminished responsibility was accepted by the court today, and Linse will be sentenced on December 13.

Senior investigating officer Detective Chief Inspector Gary Williams said: “This was a tragic incident, which saw officers respond to the death of a young child at the hands of his mother. Despite arriving at an extremely challenging and emotive scene, all those present acted with professionalism and care, with the united goal of carrying out a thorough investigation into the circumstances.

“My team and I have worked tirelessly since January to hold Linse responsible for Louis’ death, and to ensure justice is brought. Our thoughts remain with all those who knew and loved Louis.”