British woman shot dead on holiday in Texas

She was staying at her father's property

Lucy Harrison, 23, from Great Sankey in Warrington, Cheshire, died after she was wounded in the town of Prosper, Texas, on 10 January.

The information has only been released now as an inquest into her death was opened at Cheshire Coroner's Court in Warrington.

Harrison was at her father's property when the incident happened.

It has not been shared how Ms Harrison was shot or if a criminal investigation is underway.

A "thorough investigation" into the "tragic incident" has taken place as per an official from the Town of Prosper and that a file has been handed to the Collin County District Attorney (DA) for review.

The spokesperson said it was "normal practice" not to comment after a case has been referred to the DA.

Following the inquest, Cheshire Police issued a statement in from Ms Harrison's family which said she had lived "fiercely and fearlessly".

It read: "She was the embodiment of wonderful contradictions; she adored travel and being away, experiencing new places and cultures, yet at the same time, she loved nothing more than snuggling up in her pyjamas with her candles on at home", they said.

They added she was "was truly thriving in life and although this gives us great comfort, we are utterly heartbroken at the loss of our beautiful, gorgeous Luce".

The inquest was adjourned until 28 March.