Teen faces rape charge

A TEENAGER has appeared in court charged with the rape of a woman who was later found dead in her home.

The body of Marie Reid, 62, was discovered by police at the property in Easter Drylaw Way, Edinburgh, on November 15 after a neighbour voiced concerns about her health.

Yesterday Jay Sanday Soso, 18, appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court charged with rape and four counts of theft, the Crown Office said.

The teenager is also charged with possession of a class B drug and possession of a class A drug.

Soso, from Edinburgh, made no plea and no declaration during the hearing and was remanded in custody.