Portsmouth's Spinnaker Tower lights up purple in memory of Havant teen Louise Smith

The Portsmouth landmark was turned purple for the night in memory of Havant teenager Louise Smith, whose funeral was held yesterday morning.

According to her family, Louise, 16, loved being out and about by Gunwharf Quays – making the area one that’s close to the hearts of her relatives.

Her funeral procession, a horse and carriage followed by hundreds of bikers, travelled through Leigh Park towards Havant Academy where she studied, before heading to The Oaks Crematorium.

Hundreds of residents turned out to say their goodbyes, from close friends to people who joined the search parties when she went missing and even those who never met her, but wanted to show their solidarity with the family.

Shane Mays, 29, of Somborne Drive, Leigh Park has been charged with murder in connection with Louise’s death and is due to stand trial on November 10.

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